The LIV Golf Mexico City tournament is set for a thrilling finish, with Cameron Smith and Bryson DeChambeau locked in a battle for the title. After two tightly contested rounds of golf at Club de Golf Chapultepec, DeChambeau leads the board at 13-under par, but just a single stroke ahead of Smith, who is setting himself up for a thrilling Sunday showdown.
Both players have shown excellent form, and with their mutual respect and competitive fire, fans are in for a real treat when they tee off together, once again for the final round.
A Battle of Big Talent and Big Moments
Bryson DeChambeau, fresh from a tied fifth-place finish at the Masters, kept up his momentum at LIV Golf Mexico City. He followed an impressive opening round of 63 with a solid 66 to hold a narrow lead. DeChambeau has been in fine touch, blending power with precision to stay ahead in a strong field.
Cameron Smith, though, has matched DeChambeau’s performance stride for stride. Smith shot a 66 of his own on Saturday, making an eagle and five birdies along the way. It’s clear that the Australian star is finding his groove back, and he’s determined to end his individual title drought that stretches back to 2023.
Saturday’s second round saw the two play alongside each other, and it was clear they pushed each other to greater heights. DeChambeau praised Smith’s incredible putting, saying, “It’s scary when he gets on the greens. Every time he’s there, I feel like it’s an automatic one-putt. It’s pretty awesome to watch him putt.”
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Smith was equally complimentary of DeChambeau’s game, especially his driving. “I wish I could drive the ball like him,” Smith said. “I often wonder how much better of a golfer I would be if I could drive the ball like him.”
Their mutual respect only adds to the excitement of seeing them face off again with the LIV Golf Mexico City title on the line.
Smith Eyeing a Double Win
There’s even more at stake for Smith beyond the individual title. His all-Australian team, Ripper GC, is leading the team event at LIV Golf Mexico City by two shots at 24-under. A win on both fronts would be a massive boost for Smith and his teammates.
Smith’s charge has been well supported by Matt Jones, who shot a 67 and sits tied for sixth at seven-under. Lucas Herbert and Marc Leishman are also contributing, with Herbert tied 19th and Leishman tied 23rd in the 55-player field.
Smith, who hasn’t been in the final group since his last win in Bedminster in 2023, is relishing the chance. “Being in contention today and tomorrow is so much fun. It’s been a while for me to be at the top of the leaderboard, so I’m really enjoying it,” he said.
For Smith, Sunday offers not just a shot at personal glory, but a chance to lift his whole team to victory. Given how he’s been playing, and how much confidence he’s shown on the greens, it’s shaping up to be a huge day for the Australian.
A Final Round to Look Forward To
Both DeChambeau and Smith know what’s at stake at LIV Golf Mexico City, and neither plans to hold anything back. DeChambeau summed it up perfectly: “Playing in the final group tomorrow will be a lot of fun. We’re going to go after it.”
He added that winning is always the goal, even if some days the game doesn’t fully cooperate: “I’m trying to win every week. Sometimes I don’t bring my best game, but I’m giving it my all and attempting my best every single time.”
With Joaquin Niemann just two shots behind Smith and Jon Rahm not far back either, the final round promises to be highly competitive, but all eyes will be on the Smith-DeChambeau duel.
Will Cameron Smith finally break his winless streak and pull off a memorable double victory? Or will Bryson DeChambeau’s power and consistency carry him to another big title? Either way, LIV Golf Mexico City is set for an electric Sunday finish.
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