DeChambeau’s participation in the Open in doubt after two-stroke penalty
Summary
Bryson DeChambeau was given a two-stroke penalty at the Open Championship for accidentally improving the area behind his ball in the rough during the second round. This penalty dropped him from second place and put his participation in the rest of the tournament in doubt.Key Facts
- The penalty occurred on the 5th hole when DeChambeau unintentionally compressed grass behind his ball before hitting his second shot.
- The rules forbid improving the area affecting a player's swing, even if accidental.
- DeChambeau protested the ruling and requested to revisit the spot to prove his case but the penalty was upheld.
- His score on the 5th hole was changed from five to seven strokes, lowering his overall score.
- DeChambeau appeared very upset and indicated he might not play the next round.
- An official stated the penalty was necessary despite no intent to break rules.
- DeChambeau had been playing well and was initially one stroke behind the leader.
- This is an unusual and rare situation in the tournament’s long history.
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