Golf-Older, wiser DeChambeau proud of his Open turnaround

FILE PHOTO: Jul 19, 2025; Portrush, IRL; Bryson Dechambeau tees off on the 15th hole during the third round of The 153rd Open Championship golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Mike Frey-Imagn Images/File Photo

PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland (Reuters) -Bryson DeChambeau credited a change of mindset for his stunning recovery from a dreadful start to finish the British Open at nine under par on Sunday.

The flamboyant 31-year-old American carded a wild 78 at Royal Portrush on Thursday, hacking his way round the course in wet and windy conditions.