'He’s not afraid to think outside the box and supports our mission of doing things differently to grow our game'. Bryson DeChambeau is officially a member of the Saudi-backed LIV Golf series. 9WWOS Golf
On the course, Schwartzel shot a four-under 66 to take a three-shot lead over fellow South African Hennie Du Plessis in the fight for the $5.7 million individual first prize at the 54-hole event. Both players are on the Stinger team which is leading the way to share a $4.3 million purse for the best four-man team.DeChambeau’s signing was announced as the second round was taking place.
“He is passionate about the sport, innovative in his approach and committed to pushing the boundaries in pursuit of excellence,” LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman said in a statement. “He’s not afraid to think outside the box and supports our mission of doing things differently to grow our game. The power and energy he brings to the course will deliver added electricity to our competition in Portland and beyond.
The 28th-ranked American could make his LIV Golf debut at Pumpkin Ridge in Portland, Oregon, from June 30. “I don’t know how the field will look in Portland,” two-time major winner Martin Kaymer said. "If you can play against more players who are up there in the world rankings ... it’s also proof that this tour here and this tournament is going into the right direction.
“They are staying in their frame, they are doing what they promised to do with the game of golf, and within a few weeks, that event so far has been great, especially in the time frame."
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