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PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland — After kicking off his Open Championship with a disappointing 78 in the first round, Bryson DeChambeau rallied for three straight rounds under par — including a 64 on Sunday — that put him among the top 10 at a major championship for the seventh time in his past 11 starts.
“I always told you guys, I like it when it’s fair conditions,” said DeChambeau, who was tied for 144th after the first round. “… I still have to crack the code when it’s raining and windy. It was a fun three days. I was really proud of the way I turned it around and gave myself actually some hope.”
With his finish, DeChambeau will likely solidify his spot on the United States Ryder Cup team. Heading into this week, the two-time U.S. Open winner was fifth in points, behind Russell Henley, Xander Schauffele, J.J. Spaun and Scottie Scheffler. The top six players in the standings automatically qualify for the team that will face the Europeans at Bethpage State Park in September. As the captain, Keegan Bradley will select the remaining six players.
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