Career Timeline of Bryson DeChambeau: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Bryson DeChambeau made an impact.

Bryson DeChambeau is an American professional golfer currently playing on the LIV Golf League. Previously on the PGA Tour, he's distinguished himself by winning two major championships, both the 2020 and 2024 U.S. Open. Known for his unique approach to the game and scientific approach to golf, he has garnered both attention and criticism for his unconventional methods.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2000: Over 2000 points ahead

In September 2018, DeChambeau was over 2000 points ahead of Dustin Johnson in the FedEx Cup rankings.

2010: Wins California State Junior Championship

In 2010, at age 16, Bryson DeChambeau won the California State Junior Championship.

June 2015: Wins NCAA Individual Championship

In June 2015, Bryson DeChambeau became the first SMU Mustang to win the NCAA individual championship.

June 2015: PGA Tour Debut at FedEx St. Jude Classic

In June 2015, DeChambeau made his PGA Tour debut as an amateur at the FedEx St. Jude Classic, finishing in 45th place.

April 2016: Turns Professional and Signs with Cobra-Puma Golf

In mid-April 2016, immediately after the Masters, DeChambeau turned professional and signed a long-term agreement with Cobra-Puma Golf.

2016: Unable to defend NCAA Title

In 2016, DeChambeau was unable to defend his NCAA title due to a postseason ban for SMU's athletic department.

July 16, 2017: First PGA Tour Victory at John Deere Classic

On July 16, 2017, DeChambeau achieved his first PGA Tour victory by winning the John Deere Classic.

2017: Earns PGA Tour Card

In 2017, DeChambeau successfully earned his PGA Tour card through the Web.com Tour Finals, due to a win at the DAP Championship.

June 3, 2018: Wins Memorial Tournament

On June 3, 2018, DeChambeau won the Memorial Tournament in Dublin, Ohio, in a sudden-death playoff.

August 26, 2018: Wins The Northern Trust and Sets Tournament Record

On August 26, 2018, DeChambeau won The Northern Trust and established a new tournament record with a score of 266 at Ridgewood Country Club.

September 2018: Ryder Cup Selection

In September 2018, DeChambeau was selected as a captain's pick by Jim Furyk for the United States team participating in the 2018 Ryder Cup.

November 4, 2018: Wins Shriners Hospitals for Children Open

On November 4, 2018, DeChambeau won the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open in Las Vegas, Nevada.

November 2018: Reached Number Five in World Golf Ranking

In November 2018, DeChambeau first reached number five in the Official World Golf Ranking, a feat he would later match after his U.S. Open win in 2020.

January 27, 2019: Wins Omega Dubai Desert Classic

On January 27, 2019, DeChambeau won the Omega Dubai Desert Classic in Dubai, UAE.

December 2019: Plays in the Presidents Cup

In December 2019, DeChambeau played on the U.S. team at the 2019 Presidents Cup at Royal Melbourne Golf Club in Australia.

2019: Began Bulking Up

Beginning in late 2019, DeChambeau started adding muscle mass to increase his swing speed and drive the ball farther.

July 5, 2020: Wins Rocket Mortgage Classic

On July 5, 2020, Bryson DeChambeau won the Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit, Michigan.

August 2020: Tied for Fourth at the PGA Championship

In August 2020, DeChambeau tied for fourth place at the PGA Championship, marking his first top-10 finish in a major championship.

2020: Celebration with Eric Trump after U.S. Open win

After winning the 2020 U.S. Open, DeChambeau celebrated his victory at Trump National Golf Club Westchester with Eric Trump.

2020: Longest Driver on PGA Tour

In 2020, Bryson DeChambeau became the longest driver on the PGA Tour.

March 2021: Wins Arnold Palmer Invitational

In March 2021, DeChambeau won the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill Club & Lodge in Orlando, Florida.

August 2021: Lost at BMW Championship

In August 2021, DeChambeau lost to Patrick Cantlay at the BMW Championship in Owings Mills, Maryland, on the sixth hole of a sudden-death playoff, despite shooting 27 under-par.

September 2021: Ryder Cup Win

In September 2021, DeChambeau played on the U.S. team in the 2021 Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits, where the U.S. team won.

2021: DeChambeau comments on potential rule change

In 2021, DeChambeau commented that the potential rule change limiting driver length was flattering, but stated that the 48-inch driver had not worked for him.

February 2022: Commits to PGA Tour

In February 2022, amid speculation, DeChambeau released a statement committing to the PGA Tour.

2022: Rule change instituted regarding driver length

In 2022, the R&A and USGA instituted a local rule allowing competition organizers to limit the permitted length of a non-putter golf club to 46 inches, partly in response to DeChambeau's experimentation with longer drivers.

August 6, 2023: First LIV tour win with Krank Formula Fire LD driver

On August 6, 2023, Bryson DeChambeau won his first event on the LIV tour using a Krank Formula Fire LD driver. He stated it was the best performing driver he had in the past five years.