Bryson DeChambeau

Rory McIlroy told reporters in Dubai that Bryson DeChambeau’s options for competitive golf are limited following the collapse of LIV Golf, though his presence could attract more attention to the DP World Tour. McIlroy also discussed his own pursuit of a record‑equalling eighth Race to Dubai title at the season‑ending championship.

Bryson DeChambeau received a costly two‑stroke penalty after officials determined he had illegally improved his lie on the fifth hole during the second round of The Open at Royal Birkdale. The penalty changed his score to a triple‑bogey seven, moving him down to five under par and a tie for fifth place.