Long hitter DeChambeau a longshot after dismal Masters start


  • Golf
  • Friday, 09 Apr 2021

Golf - The Masters - Augusta National Golf Club - Augusta, Georgia, U.S. - April 8, 2021 Bryson DeChambeau of the U.S. stands on the 3rd tee during the first round REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst

AUGUSTA, Ga. (Reuters) - Bryson DeChambeau pulled his first two drives, hit his tee shot into shrubbery at the fourth and never recovered on his way to a dismal four-over-par 76 in the opening round at the Masters on Thursday.

One of the pre-tournament favourites, DeChambeau is the longest hitter in the field, and he unveiled a new driver that he hopes will make him even longer.

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