What caused the feud between Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka? Are they friends today?

The rivalry between Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka started back in 2019 during a tournament in Dubai. The tension began when Koepka criticized DeChambeau for playing too slowly in a podcast interview.

Although he didn’t name DeChambeau, the remark triggered a defensive response from him, leading to a confrontation. As the feud escalated, it included public eye rolls from Koepka during interviews and a remark from DeChambeau about Koepka’s physique.

This animosity culminated in a high-profile exhibition match in 2021, where Koepka emerged victorious. The rivalry seemed to cool following their move to LIV Golf in 2022.

Since joining LIV Golf, both players have acknowledged their evolving relationship. Koepka confessed that the move allowed them to communicate more openly, helping them realize they had a lot in common.

“We’ve developed a pretty solid relationship and have good respect for each other now,” said DeChambeau, likening their bond to that of “stepbrothers.”

Their newfound camaraderie sets the stage for them to compete as a team in “The Showdown” against Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler on December 17, 2024, marking a significant shift from their earlier tensions..