Bryson DeChambeau
Golfer and U.S. Open Champion
Born
September 16th, 1993
31 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional golfer achieved significant success in the sport. Won the 2020 U.S. Open at Winged Foot Golf Club, securing his first major championship. Developed a reputation for analytical approach to the game, focusing on physics and mathematics to enhance performance. Competed on the PGA Tour and earned multiple tournament victories. Known for unique approach of utilizing single-length clubs to standardize shot performance.
Won the 2020 U.S. Open
Multiple PGA Tour victories
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