“Bryson DeChambeau in trouble after absurd failure at LIV Golf Mexico.”

Bryson DeChambeau is once again the target of fierce criticism in the world of golf following a humiliating incident at the LIV Golf Mexico City tournament, where a fortune of $30 million is at stake. After a disastrous performance at the 2026 Masters Tournament, where he failed to make the cut, the grip of the American golf phenomenon seems to be slipping away – and the internet is unforgiving.

At the Club de Golf Chapultepec, the setting for this latest humiliation, DeChambeau delivered one of the most ridiculous moments of the season by missing a two-foot putt, a laughable distance for an athlete of his caliber and experience. The mishap occurred on the 13th hole, right after an almost perfect approach that would have allowed him to secure a birdie and finally finish the round under par. Instead, the ball not only missed the hole but rolled to the opposite side, leaving the golfer visibly incredulous.

A video shared by Fox Sports shows DeChambeau throwing his arms up in pure disbelief, a reaction that quickly went viral and fueled a wave of criticism in the comments. Many fans, already fed up with the player’s performances and attitude, did not hesitate to throw sharp jabs at the “Captain Crushers GC.” “I tried to like him, but it’s impossible. He’s one of those who never takes responsibility,” wrote one internet user, while another criticized what they called “absurd theatrics whenever he makes a mistake.”

Since his debut, DeChambeau has never been particularly well-liked among fans, who have always seen him as an overly arrogant “golf nerd.” But the final straw was his exaggerated reaction to such a basic mistake, which for many only worsened the already tarnished image of the American. “In serious golf, you can’t miss a putt in four attempts. This isn’t the internet,” shot back another follower, reminding that in the professional world, there is no room for childish errors.

The sarcastic tone dominated social media, with comments mocking that “the Earth must have moved” to justify the failure, or that he “had the perfect speed and line” – all to downplay DeChambeau’s exaggerated reaction. “I’ve never seen someone go from hated to loved and back to hated so quickly. He may be a nerd, but he shouldn’t be arrogant,” commented a fan, echoing the general sentiment of frustration with his attitude.

The truth is that, despite his status as a two-time U.S. Open champion, Bryson DeChambeau seems to be losing the respect of both his peers and the public. His image suffered a notable setback after the controversial episode at the 2025 Masters, when star Rory McIlroy openly ignored him, leaving DeChambeau in a delicate position within the golf community.

Finally, a more measured fan shared an analysis of the missed putt, attributing the error to “poor reading and poor execution” and emphasizing that there was no external interference that could justify the failure. In other words, DeChambeau had no choice but to accept that he himself was responsible for the mistake, something that seems to be difficult for him to accept.

This episode at LIV Golf Mexico City not only exposes Bryson DeChambeau’s current struggles on the course but also underscores the growing hostility from fans and critics – a clear sign that his reign is far from unquestionable. It remains to be seen how the “Captain of Crushers GC” will react to this wave of criticism and whether he will be able to regain the lost confidence before it is too late.

This article first appeared on Apito Final.