Scheffler 'in a league of his own', says inspired DeChambeau
However, his quest for a first Claret Jug will have to wait as Scheffler hit the turn for the back nine at 16 under par to close in on his second major of the year.
"It was a fun three days. I was really proud of the way I turned it around," said the two-time US Open champion.
"Scottie's in a league of his own right now. I played with him a lot in college, and he was not that good, so he's figured out a lot of stuff since then. It's really impressive to see and something we can all learn from for sure."
DeChambeau is at least on course to better his previous best finish of tied for eighth at the British Open and believes he is making progress on adapting his game to the seaside links conditions.
"I always told you guys I like it when it's fair conditions. I can play well. I still have to crack the code when it's raining and windy," he added.
"But I feel like we're getting close to some opportunities and solutions for that. It just takes a long time to develop stuff, I'm starting to learn."
DeChambeau's next big target is helping the USA to regain the Ryder Cup against Europe in September.
"This year's no joke. We're tired of it. We're tired of losing," he said after a 16.5-11.5 defeat in Rome two years ago.
"Hope I can bring a lot of energy and a tsunami of a crowd that's going to be rooting for Team USA."
However, DeChambeau played down expectations that his close relationship with Donald Trump could see the president turn out to support the US team.
© 2025 AFP
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