Bryson DeChambeau's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Bryson DeChambeau. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Bryson DeChambeau is an American professional golfer currently playing on the LIV Golf League, after formerly competing on the PGA Tour. He's distinguished himself with his scientific approach to the game, particularly focusing on swing mechanics and equipment customization. DeChambeau has secured two major championships, winning the U.S. Open in 2020 and 2024, solidifying his place among golf's elite.

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1961: Jack Nicklaus wins NCAA and U.S. Amateur titles

In 1961, Jack Nicklaus won both the NCAA and U.S. Amateur titles in the same year, a feat later matched by DeChambeau and others.

1990: Phil Mickelson wins NCAA and U.S. Amateur titles

In 1990, Phil Mickelson won both the NCAA and U.S. Amateur titles in the same year, a feat later matched by DeChambeau and others.

1996: Tiger Woods wins NCAA and U.S. Amateur titles

In 1996, Tiger Woods won both the NCAA and U.S. Amateur titles in the same year, a feat later matched by DeChambeau and others.

2000: Exceeds 2000 FedEx Cup Points

Following his win at the Dell Technologies Championship in September 2018, DeChambeau exceeded 2000 points ahead of the second place player in the FedEx Cup rankings.

2004: Ryan Moore wins NCAA and U.S. Amateur titles

In 2004, Ryan Moore won both the NCAA and U.S. Amateur titles in the same year, a feat later matched by DeChambeau.

2010: Wins California State Junior Championship

In 2010, at the age of 16, Bryson DeChambeau won the California State Junior Championship, marking an early achievement in his career.

2014: Previous Ridgewood Record Set by Hunter Mahan

In 2014, Hunter Mahan set the previous Ridgewood Country Club tournament record with a score of 270, which was later bested by DeChambeau in 2018.

June 2015: Wins NCAA Individual Championship

In June 2015, Bryson DeChambeau became the first SMU Mustang to win the NCAA individual championship, achieving a score of 280 (-8).

2016: Low Amateur at the Masters Tournament

In 2016, Bryson DeChambeau was the low amateur at the Masters Tournament, finishing in a tie for 21st place.

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

On July 16, 2017, Bryson DeChambeau secured his first PGA Tour victory by winning the John Deere Classic, carding a final round of 65.

June 3, 2018: Wins Memorial Tournament

On June 3, 2018, Bryson 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, Bryson DeChambeau won The Northern Trust, establishing a new tournament record at Ridgewood Country Club with a score of 266.

November 4, 2018: Wins Shriners Hospitals for Children Open

On November 4, 2018, Bryson DeChambeau won the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open in Las Vegas, Nevada, earning $1,260,000 in prize money and rising to number five in the Official World Golf Ranking.

November 2018: Reaches Number Five in the Official World Golf Ranking

Bryson DeChambeau first achieved the number five ranking in the Official World Golf Ranking in November 2018.

January 27, 2019: Wins Omega Dubai Desert Classic

On January 27, 2019, Bryson DeChambeau won the Omega Dubai Desert Classic in Dubai, UAE, claiming his maiden European Tour title.

July 5, 2020: Wins Rocket Mortgage Classic

On July 5, 2020, Bryson DeChambeau won the Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit, Michigan, finishing at a career-best 23-under 265.

2020: Longest Driver on PGA Tour

In 2020, Bryson DeChambeau became known as the longest driver on the PGA Tour, solidifying his reputation for power and distance.

2020: Wins 2020 U.S. Open

In 2020, Bryson DeChambeau won the U.S. Open, marking one of his two major championship victories.

2020: Bryson's Father witnesses his U.S. Open Victory

In 2020, Bryson DeChambeau's father, Jon, witnessed Bryson's victory at the U.S. Open.

March 2021: Wins Arnold Palmer Invitational

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

August 6, 2023: DeChambeau Wins LIV Event with Unique Driver

On August 6, 2023, DeChambeau won his first event on the LIV tour using a Krank Formula Fire LD driver.

August 2023: Wins First LIV Golf Tournament and Ties Lowest Round Record

In August 2023, Bryson DeChambeau won his first tournament on LIV Golf at The Greenbrier, shooting a final round of 58, which tied the record for the lowest round in an elite-level men's professional golf tournament.

September 2023: DeChambeau's First LIV Golf Victory

In September 2023, DeChambeau shot 19-under 197 to win the LIV Golf Korea event, marking his first LIV Golf victory since September 2023.

2024: DeChambeau Wins 2024 U.S. Open

At the 2024 U.S. Open, DeChambeau won his second major title, finishing one stroke ahead of Rory McIlroy. The tournament broadcast drew a peak viewership of 11.4 million.