'Hulk' DeChambeau "Joining LIV Golf"..."From 2nd Event in July~"

'Dustin Johnson and "1.58 Billion Won Valuation Rumor," 2018 Masters Champion Reed Joins'

[Asia Economy Kim Hyun-jun, Golf Specialist Reporter] ‘The Hulk’ Bryson DeChambeau (photo) and Patrick Reed are joining LIV Golf.

Golfweek in the United States reported on the 9th (Korean time) that "DeChambeau’s agent confirmed that he will participate in the second LIV Golf event held on July 1 in Pumpkin Ridge, Oregon." The agent added, "Bryson is an innovator," and "Entering a new world is very exciting." It is also interesting that rumors are circulating that DeChambeau, along with Dustin Johnson (both from the U.S.), have a market value of 100 million pounds.

DeChambeau had considered joining LIV in February but gave up after the PGA Tour threatened to expel players who participate in LIV Golf. His stance has changed again after four months. It is important to note that he is one of the biggest power hitters on the PGA Tour. In 2020, he bulked up by gaining 18 kg and led the PGA Tour in driving distance for the 2019/2020 season (322.1 yards) and the 2020/2021 season (329.2 yards).

This is why the PGA Tour is on high alert. According to the entry list for the first event opening on the night of the 9th (Korean time) at Centurion Golf Club in London, England, most players besides Johnson include veterans such as Phil Mickelson (U.S.), Ian Poulter, Lee Westwood (both England), and Sergio Garcia (Spain). With 20-something DeChambeau joining, he will naturally serve as a ‘box office draw’ for LIV Golf. The UK Telegraph also predicted that "2018 Masters champion Patrick Reed will participate in the second event."

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