DeChambeau and field stars fail to survive cut at 2026 PGA Championship
Bryson DeChambeau missed the weekend by three shots at the 2026 PGA Championship, joining a list of notable players who could not navigate the challenging Philadelphia course.
Bryson DeChambeau has missed the cut at the 2026 PGA Championship for the second consecutive major, finishing three shots outside the line after shooting 7-over par through 36 holes at Aronimink Golf Club. Unlike his exit at the Masters, where a dramatic Friday collapse defined his tournament, DeChambeau’s departure was characterised by a steady decline following a Thursday round of 76 that prevented any late charge.
The American golfer entered the week seeking to assert his standing within the sport’s hierarchy amid the uncertain landscape of LIV Golf. Instead, his performance has intensified questions regarding his career trajectory. DeChambeau’s struggles were rooted in immediate technical issues, particularly with his iron and wedge play, which left him well outside the top 100 in strokes gained approach and around the green despite spending hours on the range attempting to regain feel.
DeChambeau is far from the only high-profile player to be eliminated early. A significant contingent of stars failed to make the weekend at the Philadelphia area gem, including Brooks Koepka, Tyrrell Hatton, Tommy Fleetwood, Sungjae Im, Sam Burns, Viktor Hovland, and Thriston Lawrence. Koepka, who entered the day at even par, slowly fell outside the cutline after two closing bogeys, while others struggled to adapt to the course’s demands on a day described as difficult for ball-strikers.
Among those eliminated was Thriston Higgo, whose tournament ended before it truly began. Higgo incurred a two-stroke penalty for arriving late to his Thursday tee time, a mistake that cost him both the weekend and a paycheck. While the incident generated headlines as a potential breakout story, the administrative error effectively removed him from contention before he could demonstrate his form on the greens.
Looking ahead, DeChambeau’s next major appearance will be the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, where he is a two-time champion. While he ended his 36 holes with three consecutive birdies, the upcoming test at Shinnecock will require a significant improvement in ball-striking to replicate his past success. For now, the focus remains on the immediate concerns facing DeChambeau as he navigates a pivotal moment in his professional life.
