“DeChambeau at risk of missing the cut at the US Open after disastrous second round.”

Bryson DeChambeau is on the verge of yet another early exit from a major tournament, shaking the expectations of those who believed in a strong comeback at the 2026 U.S. Open. After a promising start at Shinnecock Hills, where he finished the first day with a solid even-par 70, the American faltered on Friday, posting a disastrous 75 (+5) that leaves him dangerously close to the cut line—and set to miss the weekend competition for the third consecutive time in a Grand Slam event.

Bryson DeChambeau’s performance on Friday was marked by an absolutely chaotic short game and a putter that refused to cooperate in crucial moments. Early on, at holes 3 and 4, the former U.S. Open champion derailed his game with two consecutive double bogeys, both caused by disastrous chip shots before the green. He attempted to recover with a birdie at hole 5 but stumbled again at the next hole, where a mediocre chip resulted in a bogey after two putts. The nightmare continued throughout the course, with DeChambeau completing the first half of the course in 38 strokes (+3), adding more bogeys at holes 13, 15, and 17.


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On the 18th hole, there was a golden opportunity to save pride and secure a better chance of making the cut: all that was needed was for the 4.5-meter putt to find the bottom of the hole. However, the ball grazed the edge of the cup and stayed out, symbolizing a day of pure frustration. According to DataGolf’s predictions, at the time of this edition’s closure, there is a 74% probability that the cut line will be set at four strokes over par — a scenario that would leave DeChambeau out of the weekend for the third consecutive time in a major.

This failure carries even more weight considering Bryson DeChambeau’s history at the U.S. Open, where he has lifted the trophy twice. His recent inability to assert himself on the most high-profile stages of world golf is a cause for concern for both him and his fans, especially at a time when he already boasts two victories on the LIV Golf circuit and occupies second place in the season ranking, just behind Jon Rahm. Despite the dominance he has shown on the Saudi circuit, the truth is that DeChambeau has struggled to carry that level of excellence into the majors, clearly faltering in the most pressurized moments.

After the round, visibly frustrated, DeChambeau admitted: “My short game simply wasn’t up to par. I couldn’t find consistency in my chips and the putter didn’t cooperate either. I gave it my all, but today nothing went as planned.” The words of the American golfer, spoken in the mixed zone as he exited the course, clearly express the disheartenment of someone who always expects to contend for the top positions. “It’s hard to accept missing consecutive cuts, but I will keep working. These weeks are painful, but they are part of the growth,” DeChambeau added, already thinking about returning stronger.

Pressure is mounting on the former champion, especially considering his recent performance: at the Masters, he tripled the bogey on the 18th hole and missed the cut by two strokes; at the PGA Championship, he disappointed right from the first day with a 76 (+6), jeopardizing his chances even before the weekend. This trio of consecutive disappointments is beginning to weigh on DeChambeau’s reputation, which now forces him to rethink strategies and regain confidence ahead of his next major challenge.

With the immediate future in limbo, it remains to be seen if the cut line could still benefit DeChambeau, should it rise to 5 strokes over par. The likelihood, however, is slim, and all indications suggest that the American’s next commitment will only take place in four weeks, at the Open Championship, scheduled for July 16. The challenge is clear: to transform the consistency demonstrated at LIV Golf into tangible results in the majors, lest he see his aura as a global golf star fade before the eyes of fans and critics.

The question remains: will Bryson DeChambeau regain his status as a leading figure on the grand stages, or is he facing a crisis of confidence that threatens to define his career in the elite of golf? One thing is certain — the eyes of the world will be on his next tee shot, awaiting a response worthy of his talent.

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