Bryson DeChambeau isn’t just chasing his first green jacket this weekend- he’s sharing headlines for reasons off the course. While he fired a solid 4-under 68 on Friday to sit just one stroke behind Justin Rose heading into the third round, some of the attention shifted beyond Augusta National’s fairways.
Before DeChambeau even teed off on Saturday, a handful of Instagram photos of his rumored girlfriend, Lilia Schneider, made waves online. The timing couldn’t have been more striking. As DeChambeau climbed the leaderboard, social media buzzed with speculation surrounding the Marian University golfer, whose recent posts added another layer of curiosity to an already high-profile weekend.
Speculation Swirls As Schneider’s Photos Go Viral
Though DeChambeau and Schneider haven’t confirmed their relationship, rumors have followed them for more than a year. The whispers began when The Sun reported seeing them together at a LIV Golf event. Since then, neither has commented publicly, leaving fans and media to fill in the blanks.
Schneider has built a strong following online, crossing 55,000 Instagram followers as of this weekend. While she occasionally shares golf content, her swimsuit posts have sparked the most online chatter. That trend continued during Masters week, even though she hasn’t posted anything from Augusta or mentioned DeChambeau.
Her absence from the spotlight in Georgia hasn’t stopped the speculation. Whether she’s keeping a low profile or watching from afar remains unclear. If Bryson DeChambeau wins on Sunday, that could change. A victory might bring not just a green jacket but answers to one of golf’s most talked-about personal storylines.
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DeChambeau, for his part, has stayed focused. Speaking to USA Today, he emphasized the mental aspect of the game. “You have to put yourself in position. You have to fail. You have to lose. You have to win. You have to come from behind. You have to hold the lead,” he said. “All those expectations and feelings have to get conquered in your mind. That’s why this game is played between your ears.”
With just one shot separating him from the top spot, DeChambeau enters Sunday in prime position to capture his third career major. Whether the spotlight stays on his swing or drifts back to social media depends on what unfolds next.
