DeChambeau Welcomes Trump, Donates Ryder Cup Pay

The 45th Ryder Cup opened at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York, with Team USA heavily favored and led by world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele. Bryson DeChambeau, a two-time major champion and third-time Ryder Cup player, remains a polarizing crowd magnet whose move to LIV Golf and social-media profile have amplified both scrutiny and support. DeChambeau has pledged to donate his entire Ryder Cup stipend to charity and has publicly welcomed President Donald Trump’s planned appearance at Bethpage, saying Trump could inspire Team USA and electrify the crowd. Teammates and captain Keegan Bradley have praised his energy while analysts remain split — Brandel Chamblee famously criticized him as a captain’s nightmare but has since softened his stance. The course setup at Bethpage, with wider fairways and softer conditions, appears to favor DeChambeau’s length and has prompted discussion that he could be used heavily in match play despite historical foursomes struggles and unusual equipment complicating pairing decisions.