The Open 2026: DeChambeau impresses as ball strikers dominate at Royal Birkdale

Bryson DeChambeau put in an impressive performance on Friday at the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, though his improvement was somewhat overshadowed by broader tournament storylines. Ball strikers are proving to dominate the field through the first two rounds. DeChambeau remains one of the leading contenders as the tournament progresses.