Bryson DeChambeau Practicing on the Putting Green
Bryson DeChambeau is currently engaged in putting drills at the practice green. It has been a challenging week for the two-time US Open champion, especially after a rocky first round. Starting from T-8 at St Andrews, DeChambeau dropped to T-60 and missed the cut. A solid performance today could help him rise from his current position at T-34.
Nathan Kimsey is experiencing his debut in major championships, playing alongside Bryson. Ranked 508th in the world, he aims to capitalize on a remarkable week in Portrush. The two golfers will tee off at 11:30 AM.
The Open 2025: Fourth Round Tee Times
Late Starters in the Fourth Round
(Gbr & Irl unless stated, all times local):
10:30 – Bryson DeChambeau, USA; Nathan Kimsey, England
10:40 – Hideki Matsuyama, Japan; Tony Finau, USA
10:50 – Justin Thomas, USA; Tommy Fleetwood, England
11:00 – JJ Spaun, USA; John Parry, England
11:10 – Keegan Bradley, USA; Christiaan Bezuidenhout, South Africa
Sergio Garcia Breaks His Driver
Sergio Garcia’s frustrations came to a head when he broke his driver after an errant swing on the second hole, despite salvaging a par on the first. According to the rules, he is unable to replace the club for this round, which adds to the challenges he faces.
Bryson DeChambeau on Improving Pace of Play in Golf
“It’s straightforward. You can time everyone’s entire round, but no one wants to implement it out of fear of being exposed. I’m fine with being timed,” DeChambeau stated.
He added, “While my putting requires more time, my iron shots and tee-offs are quick. Different players have different paces, and implementing a new system would be beneficial.”
Favorable Weather Conditions for Early Starters
Golfers currently on the course are enjoying excellent weather: a comfortable 16 degrees Celsius with minimal wind, though it is expected to pick up later in the day.
Shane Lowry Thrills Fans with Birdies
Though Shane Lowry had a less-than-ideal start, he managed to excite the crowd with a near hole-in-one at the third hole, sinking for a birdie. He followed this with a remarkable 183-yard birdie at the fourth hole.
Shane Lowry on His Expectations for The Open 2025
“I felt I managed my expectations well, even if the scores weren’t perfect. The par-5s were tough over the first couple of days, which hindered my results,” Lowry commented. “Golf can be unpredictable, but I’m looking forward to tomorrow.” He expressed a strong focus on the upcoming Ryder Cup as a priority.
