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Bryson DeChambeau said he hopes LIV Golf is given “one more shot.”

Bryson DeChambeau did say he hoped LIV Golf would be given “one more shot,” according to multiple reports published on August 20-21, 2026, as the league’s future beyond this season remained uncertain.

Bryson DeChambeau leads LIV Golf players-only meeting at Trump Bedminster - The Athletic

Bryson DeChambeau leads LIV Golf players-only meeting at Trump Bedminster - The Athletic

Source: nytimes.com

At a glance

Key Evidence

Verified August 21, 2026
  • ESPN reported that DeChambeau hoped LIV Golf would be given “one more shot” as the league sought funding and player support beyond the 2026 season.

  • The Independent reported the fuller context of his comments, including his view that time could heal divisions and that LIV players bring value to golf.

  • Sky Sports and other outlets independently reported the same appeal, although some used the synonymous phrase “one more chance.”.

The reporting

What the Evidence Shows

DeChambeau made the remark while discussing LIV Golf’s future and responding to criticism from Rory McIlroy about the league’s value to golf. Reports from ESPN, The Independent and Sky Sports all describe him calling for LIV to receive another opportunity and urging people to remain open-minded.independent.co.ukindependent.co.ukBryson DeChambeau hits back at Rory McIlroy as he calls for LIV Golf to be given...espn.comespn.comBryson DeChambeau hopes LIV Golf is given 'one more shot'+1 more

Primary trail

Verified Sources10

Bryson DeChambeau leads LIV Golf players-only meeting at Trump Bedminster

nytimes.com2 weeks ago
Open source

DeChambeau pokes at McIlroy with comments at latest LIV Golf event

usatoday.com18 hours ago
Open source

Bryson DeChambeau hits back at Rory McIlroy as he calls for LIV Golf to be given...

independent.co.uk6 hours ago
Open source
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