The 2026 Open: Faldo dismisses DeChambeau’s chances of Royal Birkdale glory

Big-hitting Bryson DeChambeau feels he has a ‘chance’ of lifting the Claret Jug at the 2026 Open at Royal Birkdale - but Sir Nick Faldo does not feel he has the right strategy to win.

American DeChambeau is best known for his power and distance off the tee - but links golf demands accuracy and touch over striving to find the fairways.

Bookmakers rate the 32-year-old as a 66/1 chance for glory on Sunday, and he is in confident mood, telling Live At The Range in the build-up: "This is a tough golf course; I like it.