Bryson DeChambeau is heading into the PGA Championship with a point to prove—and early signs from Aronimink suggest he might be feeling the heat.

After a disappointing missed cut at The Masters, where he failed to carry over his red-hot form from LIV Golf (where he won back-to-back events just before Augusta), the 32-year-old is under serious pressure to deliver this week. A strong showing at the PGA Championship could give him leverage in any potential return talks with the PGA Tour, while another early exit would only deepen questions about his major championship consistency.

DeChambeau’s major record since winning the 2024 US Open at Pinehurst has been a rollercoaster: three top-10 finishes but also three missed cuts in six starts. That kind of inconsistency has fans and analysts alike wondering which version of "The Scientist" will show up in Pennsylvania.

The most telling sign? DeChambeau was spotted grinding on the range late into Monday evening—the last player to leave. In the world of elite golf, that's rarely a good omen. When players are hitting hundreds of balls during major championship week, it usually means they're searching for something in their swing. The game's best, like Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, typically limit range sessions to 30-50 balls, trusting their preparation and peaking at the right time.

DeChambeau's late-night work suggests his game isn't where he wants it to be. For a two-time major champion who thrives on confidence and power, that's not the ideal start to a week where every shot matters. Fans will be hoping he finds what he's looking for before Thursday's first round.