You either love Bryson DeChambeau or you don’t. He’s a polarizing figure in the game and, love him or not, people follow his actions. In looking back on the most-read stories on GolfChannel.com in 2021, DeChambeau was the focus of many. And, of course, there were plenty of surprises and controversies for readers.
Here’s a look at the 15 most-read stories on our website this year, in order of popularity:
News & Opinion
Cabrera arrested in Brazil, facing several charges
BY Associated Press
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Brazil’s federal police arrested Ángel Cabrera on Thursday for extradition to his homeland in Argentina.
Golf Central
Wolff DQ’d instead of missing Masters cut
BY Rex Hoggard
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Matthew Wolff was disqualified from the Masters following the second round after signing for an incorrect score.
Golf Central
Fan takes Bryson’s ball after aggressive shot
BY Rex Hoggard
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DeChambeau’s aggressive line off the tee almost cost him a shot Saturday at the Tour Championship.
Golf Central
Testy situation between DJ, Na after 6″ putt
BY Rex Hoggard
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Dustin Johnson and Kevin Na had an interesting and testy situation at the 11th hole in their match on Day 3.
Golf Central
Bryson on PGA’s Trump decision: ‘Is what it is’
BY Rex Hoggard
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Bryson DeChambeau no longer has the Trump logo on his golf bag and he had little to say about the PGA’s decision to move its 2022 championship.
Golf Central
Cantlay downplays DeChambeau calling him out
BY Golf Channel Digital
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Whether it “put a little chip” on his shoulder or not, Patrick Cantlay wasn’t going to feed the fire after his BMW Championship victory.
Golf Central
‘Kind of pisses us off’: Players react to Reed win
BY Rex Hoggard
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Few players wanted to speak publicly about Patrick Reed’s incident Saturday at Torrey, but there were some on Sunday who gave their thoughts.
Golf Central
Doc explains Tiger’s surgery, possible recovery
BY Golf Channel Digital
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Dr. John Torres, NBC News’ medical correspondent, joined “Golf Today” to provide insight into Tiger’s surgery and possible recovery.
Golf Central
Bryson’s ex-caddie on split, unique experience
BY Ryan Lavner
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Bryson DeChambeau’s former caddie Tim Tucker opened up on his split last month with DeChambeau.
Golf Central
DeChambeau reacts to McIlroy’s comments
BY Rex Hoggard
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Bryson DeChambeau was asked his thoughts on Rory McIlroy’s comments about trying to emulate Bryson.
Golf Central
Mcllroy expands on WD from Wed. pro-am
BY Rex Hoggard
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As he stands at even par following day two, Rory McIlroy withdrew from Wednesday’s pro-am, citing “personal reasons.”
Golf Central
Bryson doesn’t drive 6th, but does blow minds
BY Brentley Romine
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Bryson DeChambeau didn’t drive the green, but he still put on a show by taking a mind-boggling aggressive line Saturday at Bay Hill.
Golf Central
McIlroy crashes Team USA’s Ryder Cup dinner
BY Rex Hoggard
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McIlroy was having dinner in the same restaurant at the player’s hotel and he poked his head into the room where they were meeting.
Golf Central
JT: ‘Golf wasn’t the main thing on my mind’
BY Rex Hoggard
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Justin Thomas admitted after finishing third at the Sentry TOC that his mind was still on Saturday’s words.
Golf Central
A first for Phil on Friday at The American Express
BY Rex Hoggard
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For the first time in his career, Phil Mickelson made 18 pars in a round Friday at The American Express.