Bryson DeChambeau expressed frustration ahead of the LIV Golf season finale in Indianapolis, where uncertainties about the league's future are prominent. During a practice session at The Club at Chatham Hills, he referred to the media present as 'the mafia,' a comment noted to be mostly in jest. The following day, Ryan French, a reporter, was asked to leave the driving range by DeChambeau's team, despite not engaging in any disruptive behavior. French later received a call from DeChambeau, indicating a willingness to communicate. The LIV Golf season finale is set against a backdrop of reduced prize money and the league's uncertain future beyond 2026.
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Bryson DeChambeau comments on media before LIV Golf season finale
Bryson DeChambeau made a lighthearted comment referring to the media as 'the mafia' during a practice session before the LIV Golf season finale. Subsequently, a reporter was asked to leave the driving range, leading to a follow-up call from DeChambeau. The LIV Golf league faces uncertainties regarding its future and has seen a decrease in prize money.
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Bryson DeChambeau reportedly calls media members 'the mafia' before having reporter booted from driving range
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Bryson DeChambeau comments on media before LIV Golf season finale