We’re having a good old-fashioned response-off between a pair of major champions at the British Open this week.
Nick Faldo began this curious back-and-forth with Bryson DeChambeau by making comments on the Sky Sports Golf Podcast ahead of the tournament. The six-time major champ didn’t hold back regarding Bryson’s links golf strategy – or lack thereof.
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“He has – I’d say it to his face – he has zero clue of strategy,” Faldo said.
Only it doesn’t appear he has said it to DeChambeau’s face. And after the two-time US Open champ shot 67 on Thursday, he responded to Faldo’s comments in a cheeky manner, using some form of the word “strategy” three times in one answer.
👊 @brysondech was happy with his strategic play in round 1 of The Open
— LIV Golf (@livgolf_league) July 16, 2026
QUESTION: "Bryson, a really good shift today, 3-under 67. A little sour taste on 18, but you must be super proud of your efforts today"
BRYSON: "Yeah, it was a hard fought battle out there. The wind was… pic.twitter.com/V11VQjOaKp
And on Friday, Faldo stoked the flames again by releasing a video message in which he stands by his original comments. However, he also noted that DeChambeau played smartly on Thursday, that he’s a big fan of Bryson and that the two text throughout the season. Have a look and listen:
Morning Report from The Open: Strategy rocks & rules! 💥 pic.twitter.com/dIgvDwqXrd
— Sir Nick Faldo (@Sir_NickFaldo) July 17, 2026
OK then.
It should also be noted that DeChambeau broke a record at last year’s Open for a 54-hole span by shooting 65-68-64. And then added 67 on Thursday. So, whatever strategy he’s using seems to be working.
