2 Shot Penalty Stalls DeChambeau's Day 2 Surge The 154th Open Championship has thrown up its fair share of dramatic moments, but few have sparked as much debate as Bryson DeChambeau's two stroke penalty for allegedly improving his lie in the tall grass at Royal Birkdale Golf Club.
The ruling, handed down by the R&A, raises questions not just about the rules themselves, but also about their application and the culture they foster. The incident highlights the complexities of Rule 8.
1, which governs what players can do to improve protected conditions affecting the stroke.