Bryson DeChambeau dedicates US Open win to late father and his golfing idol
The IndependentSign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy An emotional Bryson DeChambeau paid tribute to his late father and one of his golfing idols, Payne Stewart, following his dramatic US Open victory at Pinehurst. Speaking after a closing 71 and six under par total left him a shot ahead of McIlroy, with Patrick Cantlay and Tony Finau on four under, DeChambeau said: “I want to say Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there. DeChambeau, who shot 20 under par in the US PGA Championship last month but was beaten by a shot by Xander Schauffele, added: “I’m so happy I got that shot up and down on 18. It’s a dream come true.” DeChambeau has proved a hugely popular figure this season, despite playing primarily in the Saudi-funded LIV Golf League, and he praised the fans who had supported him all week.