Bryson DeChambeau takes subtle swipe at Nick Faldo as Jackson Suber sets Open pace
Tensions rise at the 2026 British Open as Bryson DeChambeau avoids the press and clashes subtly with Nick Faldo.
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Bryson DeChambeau has opted not to speak with the media during the 2026 British Open. Amidst this silence, DeChambeau has taken a subtle swipe at Nick Faldo while Jackson Suber sets the pace for the tournament.
Coverage from Golf Digest and GOLF.com emphasizes DeChambeau's status as a media superstar who is currently refusing to engage with press. Meanwhile, Yahoo Sports reports that Cam Smith has made an honest admission regarding the "brutal" slow-play issues facing The Open.
Future developments depend on whether DeChambeau ends his media blackout and how the slow-play issues addressed by Cam Smith impact the tournament.
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Quick answers
What is Bryson DeChambeau's current status with the media?
According to Golf Digest and GOLF.com, DeChambeau is not talking to the media.
Who has addressed the slow-play issue at The Open?
Cam Smith addressed the issue with an honest admission, as reported by Yahoo Sports.
Who is setting the pace at the Open?
According to The Guardian, Jackson Suber is setting the Open pace.
Coverage (6)
- Bryson DeChambeau claps back at Nick Faldo, other critics, after -3 round at The Open: 'incredibly strategic' Fox News · 2h ago
- Bryson DeChambeau plays well at Open Championship then fires back at Sir Nick Faldo The New York Times · 2h ago
- British Open 2026: Bryson DeChambeau isn't talking to the media, again Golf Digest · 2h ago
- Cam Smith Addresses The Open's Brutal Slow-Play Issue With Honest Admission Yahoo Sports · 2h ago
- Bryson DeChambeau is golf’s media superstar. He’s not talking to the media GOLF.com · 2h ago
- Bryson DeChambeau takes subtle swipe at Nick Faldo as Jackson Suber sets Open pace The Guardian · 2h ago
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