Sam Burns 'Feels Bad' for Bryson DeChambeau Amid Open Championship Penalty
Summary
Bryson DeChambeau received a two-stroke penalty during the Open Championship for allegedly improving his swing by stepping on the grass near his ball. Sam Burns, the current leader, expressed sympathy for DeChambeau and questioned the penalty but praised his performance afterward.Key Facts
- Bryson DeChambeau was playing at seven-under par and one shot behind the leader before the penalty.
- He was given a two-stroke penalty for stepping on the grass near his ball, which is considered improving the lie.
- Sam Burns held the lead after 54 holes and played alongside DeChambeau in the third round.
- Burns said he felt there was not enough evidence for the penalty and felt bad for DeChambeau.
- Despite the penalty, DeChambeau recovered to finish one-under 69 for the round.
- DeChambeau ended up four shots behind Burns going into the final round.
- Sam Burns leads the Open Championship at 11-under par with a two-shot lead.
- Both golfers played at Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England.
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