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DeChambeau gets 2-shot penalty in dramatic late-night British Open ruling
By STEVE DOUGLAS, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 17, 2026
· 1 min read
SOUTHPORT, England (AP) — Bryson DeChambeau was given a two-shot penalty after his second round at the British Open on Friday that dropped the American star out of the final group and raised initial doubts about whether he would show up on the weekend at Royal Birkdale. In a dramatic late-evening...
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Why this matters in The McAllen
For golf enthusiasts in McAllen , the drama unfolding at the British Open is a reminder that the sport's global reach extends to the Rio Grande Valley. While Bryson DeChambeau's two-shot penalty may seem like a distant concern, it highlights the precision and scrutiny that golfers face at the highest levels. Locally, this story may resonate with golfers who frequent courses in Hidalgo County, where the sport is popular among residents and visitors alike. The incident also underscores the complexity of golf's rules and the impact that a single decision can have on a player's standing. As the British Open continues, Valley residents will be watching to see how DeChambeau responds to this setback and whether he can regain his footing in the tournament. The outcome will likely be discussed at local golf courses and country clubs, where fans will be weighing in on the ruling and its implications.
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Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? SOUTHPORT, England (AP) — Bryson DeChambeau was given a two-shot penalty after his second round at the British Open on Friday that dropped the American star out of the final group and raised initial doubts about whether he would show up on the weekend at Royal Birkdale. In a dramatic late-evening...
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