Overview

• During the final round at JCB Golf and Country Club, DeChambeau halted his walk between holes to lodge a complaint after spectators shouted “miss it” near the ninth green.
• The clip rapidly circulated online, prompting critics to label him “soft as a feather” and a “crybaby” for challenging the hecklers.
• Fans are split over whether DeChambeau’s reaction reflects egregious crowd behavior or underscores his ongoing struggles to reshape his public image.
• Observers say the incident highlights friction between LIV Golf’s entertainment-driven, rowdier format and players’ expectations for respectful spectator conduct.
• DeChambeau finished tied for 11th at LIV Golf UK as Joaquin Niemann secured his fifth individual victory and Jon Rahm’s Legion XIII team claimed the team crown.