Bryson DeChambeau stepped onto Bethpage Black surrounded by debate over player payouts and locker-room chemistry. After a crisp practice session, he cut through the noise with a statement that matched the moment: DeChambeau confirmed to Flushing It Golf that he will donate his entire Ryder Cup payment to charity. The announcement lands amid scrutiny of the U.S. team’s new compensation model. Each player and captain now receives $500,000—$300,000 designated for charity and $200,000 as a personal stipend. Captain Keegan Bradley has also pledged his full share to charity, but critics note that Team Europe still competes without pay, a tradition many fans consider central to the Ryder Cup’s spirit.

DeChambeau’s decision carries extra weight because of his reputation. Analyst Brandel

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