Following a first-round 67, Bryson DeChambeau declined to speak with TV or print media, which has become a recurring theme for him in the 2026 majors. This time, it seemed like a smart decision, though. After such a good start, why allow any sort of distractions—like questions about comments made by Nick Faldo or Brandel Chamblee—to overshadow his surprisingly good play. 

DeChambeau did, however, grant one interview on camera, which was first tweeted out by the official LIV Golf League Twitter/X account. In it, he simply couldn't help himself, emphatically using the word "strategic" twice and adding that he felt his "strategy" was nice today. Take that, Faldo: