Despite those past struggles, DeChambeau is coming into the 2025 edition of The Open with a belief that this will be the year he cracks the code. He notes he feels better about his swing and equipment this time around, while also getting more comfortable on the greens.

Live projected cut line updates from Round 2 of the 2025 Open Championship. Some of the world's best golfers have work to do Friday to make the cut.

The 153rd Open Championship is underway at the Royal Portrush Golf Club in Northern Ireland on Thursday. Irish golfer Shane Lowry is among the favorites as the tournament returns to the course for the first time since his win in 2019.

Open Championship golfers and the British Open favorite to win ahead of the year's final major at Royal Portrush