Bryson DeChambeau Reveals Silence with Rory McIlroy During Masters Final Round

Bryson DeChambeau Reveals Silence with Rory McIlroy During Masters Final Round

Bryson DeChambeau found himself paired with Rory McIlroy for the dramatic final round of the Masters on Sunday. Despite the high stakes, the two golfers notably did not exchange any words throughout the tense competition, which saw multiple struggles until the very end.

After finishing the tournament with a score of 75, landing him at 7 under par, DeChambeau spoke candidly to the media about his experience. He indicated that he did not engage in any conversation with McIlroy during their time on the course.

“No idea,” DeChambeau remarked when asked about McIlroy’s demeanor post-round. “Didn’t talk to me once all day.” This lack of communication might have surprised fans, given the intense environment of a final Masters pairing.

Despite the silence between them, Bryson revealed he enjoyed the excitement of the day. However, he noted that his playing partner seemed intensely focused, possibly to the detriment of their interaction.

“He was just like ‘eh.’ Just being focused I guess. That’s not me, though,” he said, capturing the essence of their contrasting styles.

When questioned if he attempted to initiate any conversation with McIlroy, DeChambeau simply responded, “He wouldn’t talk to me.” This lack of dialogue stands in stark contrast to the camaraderie often observed in other competitive pairings.

Even amidst personal challenges during the tournament, McIlroy managed to achieve a monumental victory, completing the career Grand Slam with his first-ever win at Augusta National. He defeated Justin Rose in a thrilling one-hole playoff on the 18th green after Rose unsuccessfully attempted a 15-foot putt for birdie.

Reflecting on McIlroy’s performance, DeChambeau shared his empathy, particularly regarding McIlroy’s most significant blunder during the round. On the 13th hole, McIlroy missed his target by a staggering 20 yards on his second shot. This mistake resulted in his ball landing in Rae’s Creek, leading to a double bogey.

“I wanted to cry for him. As a professional, you just know to hit it in the middle of the green, and I can’t believe he went for it or must have just flared it,” DeChambeau lamented. “I’ve hit bad shots in my career, too, and it happens. When you’re trying to win a major championship, especially out here on Sunday at Augusta during the Masters, you have to get it done right.”

Although it was not McIlroy’s best day on the course, his victory at Augusta placed him among elite company, as he became just the sixth golfer in history to secure a win in all four major tournaments. He reflected on the significance of his achievement, expressing moments of doubt along his journey.

“There were points in my career where I didn’t know if I would have this nice garment over my shoulders,” McIlroy stated, referring to the Masters green jacket. “But I didn’t make it easy today. I certainly didn’t make it easy. I was nervous.”

Highlighting the pressure of the final round, McIlroy described the day as one of the toughest he had ever faced on the golf course. Still, the victory brought him immense satisfaction and a sense of achievement he had long pursued.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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