Report: Bryson DeChambeau ‘almost certainly’ to become first major champion to play professionally in this country | Golf News and Tour Information

Bryson DeChambeau has set many records on the golf course over the years, but the LIV Golf star looks set to make some intriguing history simply by teeing off at a particular event in 2025. According to Hindustan TimesThe two-time major winner and his LIV Crushers teammates are “almost certain” to compete in India’s first-ever International Series event sanctioned by the Asian Tour and sponsored by LIV Golf. When that happens, DeChambeau will become the first major champion to compete in a professional golf tournament in the country.

An official announcement regarding the addition of the tournament to the International Series schedule is expected soon, with the event reportedly taking place from January 30 to February. 2, leading to the start of the 2025 LIV season next week in Saudi Arabia for LIV Golf Riyadh. The total prize payout for the India event, organized by DLF Golf and Country Club in Gurgaon, is expected to be at least $2 million.

While it hasn’t been finalized yet, DeChambeau spoke with Hindustan Times about a potential LIV Golf appearance and how important it could be for teammate Anirban Lahiri, a native of India. “I know Baan will be involved and we have already discussed it several times.

“This will be a very important week for him. I will fully support him and if everything works out, I am very happy to have the opportunity to perform in India. I have never been there, but this country fascinated me. I’ve always enjoyed being a global player and I really enjoy playing in as many countries as possible.”

Lahiri, the only Indian professional at LIV Golf, understands how important this is for golf in his home country and said things are moving in the right direction. Along with DeChambeau and Lahiri, Crushers teammates Paul Casey and Charles Howell III are also expected to compete in the opener.

“I think we are almost there. There are just a few minor things that we need to dot the i’s on,” Lahiri said. Hindustan Times. “But yes, I think it will be very important for Indian golf fans to have Bryson there. Single-handedly, through what he does on and off the golf course, through his social media channels and fan interactions, he has brought millions of new fans to our sport. I think we can all agree that he is the most popular golfer in the world at the moment.”