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Bryson DeChambeau discovered himself in the crosshairs of veteran pundit Brandel Chamblee as the golfer gears up for the Ryder Cup at a reworked Bethpage Black.

The LIV Golf standout joins Sam Burns, Patrick Cantlay, Harris English, Ben Griffin, Russell Henley, Collin Morikawa, Xander Schauffele, J.J. Spaun, Scottie Scheffler, Justin Thomas and Cameron Young in New York to battle Luke Donald and Team Europe.

DeChambeau’s habits main into the showdown has irritated critics like Chamblee, notably after the LIV participant took intention at the event forward of the confrontation.

“I thought it was pretty poignant there when he asked about the retort of Rory that he didn’t mention the goal this week of a Ryder Cup,” Chamblee famous to his cohost. “Nope. He didn’t do that He didn’t talk about playing on a team and how much that meant. Nope. He didn’t do that.”

The 63-year-old identified that relatively than discussing the importance of competing against Team Europe at Bethpage Black, the LIV participant appeared more invested in his off-course pursuits. “What he did do was talk about his YouTube channel, which, you know, if we want to talk about the numbers that are generated from that it’s pretty dubious,” Chamblee continued.

“I have no doubt that bots are generating a lot of those those views, there may be some interest as well. But that’s what he wants to talk about not the team not the Ryder Cup.”

Ultimately, the ex-PGA Tour luminary opined that DeChambeau’s off-course habits and distinctive character contribute to his mystique among friends, probably complicating group dynamics in an event as esteemed as the Ryder Cup.

“And this is one of the reasons why I think he’s gonna be such a difficult person to get paired with. No doubt he’s one hell of a golfer. No doubt,” the previous star remarked.

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Acknowledging some constructive interactions with supporters, he also famous, “He has his moments of generosity with fans I’ve heard about. But he’s an odd duck when he’s trying to blend in with the team and he has so many potential bulletin board mistakes. And I think he would be a captain’s nightmare.”

DeChambeau’s controversial habits is not new, notably in the lead-up to the showdown at Bethpage Black.

In a dialog with The Guardian, Rory McIlroy expressed his view that the American golfer often invokes the names of fellow gamers to gain consideration through his remarks. “I think the only way he gets attention is by mentioning other people,” McIlroy conveyed to the publication.

He elaborated on his perspective, saying, “That is basically what I think of that. To get attention, he will mention me or Scottie [Scheffler] or others.”

Earlier in September, the LIV Golf determine took intention at Team Europe, asserting: “Whatever expectation they should have [about the fans], they should double it. I don’t think they’re ready for it.”