Bryson DeChambeau shot a 75 in the second round of the 126th U.S. Open [1], leaving him on the verge of missing the cut [1].
The performance is a critical blow to DeChambeau's momentum in the major championship circuit. A failure to make the cut would mark the third straight major where he could miss the cut [1].
DeChambeau finished the round at five over par [2]. He struggled throughout the day with the course conditions at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Long Island, New York [4]. The difficult outing forced the golfer to fight through a round that saw him slide toward the bottom of the leaderboard.
Following the completion of the round, DeChambeau declined to perform his media duties [4]. The decision came after what some described as a second-round disaster at the venue [4].
The 126th edition of the tournament [1] has proven challenging for many of the field, but DeChambeau's specific struggles with the layout at Shinnecock Hills have put his weekend prospects in jeopardy. He now faces a precarious position as the tournament officials determine the final cut line based on the overall field scores.
DeChambeau has historically been a powerhouse in major championships, making this current slump a notable departure from his typical performance levels. His inability to find a rhythm during the second round has left him fighting for survival in the tournament.
“Bryson DeChambeau shot a 75 in the second round of the 126th U.S. Open.”
DeChambeau's struggle at Shinnecock Hills suggests a continuing trend of inconsistency in major championships. By potentially missing the cut for the third consecutive major, he risks a significant drop in world ranking and a loss of psychological momentum heading into the remainder of the 2026 season.
