Bryson DeChambeau is eyeing the Masters (Image: Getty Images)
Golf star has opened up about his burning ambition to clinch a Masters title, an aspiration ignited by ‘ iconic victory in 2005.
Recalling the moment that spurred his dream, DeChambeau told Garrett Johnston, as per : “I’ve just always wanted to win the Masters. That dates back to my amateur days and even before that as a junior when I was watching Tiger win it. His chip-in on 16 in 2005 really sold it for me.”
Although he hasn’t yet donned the coveted green jacket, DeChambeau remains optimistic about his prospects at Augusta National, expressing his fondness for the course: “I just love coming back to Augusta every single year and I really believe that I’m going to get it done there one of these days. It’s just a matter of time and continued hard work and learning from my failures.”
He also highlighted the significance of achieving the career Grand Slam, placing it at the pinnacle of his goals: “The career Grand Slam is number one on the top of my priority list. I’ve won two of them (U.S. Opens) but I’ve got to win three more to get the career grand slam. I gave myself some good chances last year and (the goal) every year is to continually give myself good chances.”
DeChambeau has a complicated history with the Masters, having sparked controversy in 2020 by claiming the par-72 Augusta course was effectively a par-67 for him due to his long-hitting ability.
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Bryson DeChambeau was inspired by Tiger Woods’ Masters triumph in 2005 (Image: Getty)
“I’m looking at it as a par 67 for me because I can reach all the par fives in two, no problem. If the conditions stay the way they are, that’s what I feel like par is for me,” he said at the time.
However, his comments were met with criticism, and his subsequent performances at the Masters were underwhelming, with finishes of tied-34th, tied-46th, and two missed cuts. It wasn’t until last year that DeChambeau found some form at the event, finishing tied for sixth after leading for the first two rounds.
Reflecting on his earlier comments, DeChambeau admitted he had made a mistake. “The comment was definitely misinterpreted.
“I said it, and I respect people’s opinions on it. For me, I have a level of respect for this golf course that’s a little bit different than a couple of years ago… Regarding the 67 comment, you know, you mess up. I’m not a perfect person. Everybody messes up. You learn from your mistake, and that was definitely one.”
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