FORT WORTH, Texas — Colonial’s field is getting a boost.
Bryson DeChambeau, the 2020 U.S. Open champion who is ranked No. 22 in the world, is reportedly planning to play in next week’s Charles Schwab Challenge.
The Golf Channel reported on Wednesday that DeChambeau — who played his college golf at SMU and resides in Dallas — would be withdrawing from this week’s PGA Championship due to “fatigue in his surgically repaired left hand.” The report went on to state that DeChambeau planned to play in the Colonial.
That’d be a nice addition to Colonial’s field as DeChambeau is one of golf’s most recognizable players these days. He’s one of the longest hitters on tour and is referred to as the “scientist” for his analytical approach.
DeChambeau has played in the Colonial five times in his career with a tie for third place in 2020 as his best finish. He tied for 42nd in 2018 and missed the cut in 2016, 2017 and 2019. DeChambeau did not play last year’s event.
DeChambeau hasn’t played a competitive tour event since the Masters last month. He underwent surgery on his left hand and attempted to play this week before backing out.
Colonial’s tournament rounds are scheduled from May 26-29. Tickets are available through the tournament’s website.
