Bryson DeChambeau’s recent physical transformation due to a revamped diet and fitness program has captured attention this week at the PGA Championship. The 29-year-old golfer, who looks remarkably different from his burlier self when he won the 2020 U.S. Open, attributes his improved appearance and performance to dietary adjustments and a corrective surgery for a deviated septum he underwent in December. Speaking about the changes, DeChambeau expressed satisfaction with the progress, citing reduced inflammation, improved nutrition, heightened energy levels, easier recovery, and better sleep quality.
However, it is not just his physical transformation that has been making headlines. DeChambeau, along with Matt Jones, recently made a significant decision to remove their names from an ongoing antitrust lawsuit against the PGA Tour. Initially filed in August 2022, the lawsuit was initiated by 11 players who had been suspended by the Tour for their involvement with LIV Golf and their alleged violation of the tour’s conflicting event release policies. Over time, the number of players involved in the litigation dwindled, with Peter Uihlein withdrawing his name earlier this month, leaving DeChambeau and Jones as the final two players remaining.
DeChambeau explained his rationale for withdrawing from the lawsuit, emphasizing his commitment to the growth of the global game and his desire to focus on presenting a positive image moving forward. He stated that his primary objective is to contribute to the development of golf on and off the course, whether through global outreach or behind-the-scenes efforts. By shifting his attention away from the courtroom, DeChambeau aims to work for the betterment of the communities and the game itself.
The antitrust lawsuit, which includes LIV Golf as a plaintiff, has seen the PGA Tour file a countersuit that now involves the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia (PIF) and its governor, who reportedly own a majority stake in the breakaway league. Apart from DeChambeau, Jones, and Uihlein, the original lawsuit involved notable players such as Phil Mickelson, Talor Gooch, Hudson Swafford, Abraham Ancer, Carlos Ortiz, Ian Poulter, Pat Perez, and Jason Kokrak.
