Bryson DeChambeau: Koepka's PGA Championship Win 'Validates' LIV Golfers' Comments

Brooks Koepka's win at the PGA Championship on Sunday wasn't just a big moment for him, it was a massive statement for everyone associated with LIV Golf.

After several of the best players in the world like Koepka, Dustin Johnson and Bryson DeChambeau left the PGA Tour to join LIV—which is backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund—they were criticized for just chasing a bigger payday.

Their response was that they still wanted to compete and win at the highest level.

And Koepka's win may have helped prove that.

"It validates everything we've said from the beginning: That we're competing at the highest level and we have the ability to win major championships," DeChambeau said. "I really hope people can see the light now that we're trying to provide the game of golf with something new and fresh.

"I think at the end of the day, both sides are going to have to come together at some point. It's for the good of the game."

DeChambeau ended the tournament tied for fourth, making that two LIV players ending the tournament in the top four.

Three other members of the tour made the top 20, Cameron Smith (t-9th), Patrick Reed (t-18th) and Mito Pereira (t-18th)

After being banned from all PGA Tour events for making the switch, it was announced earlier this year that LIV players would be allowed to compete in all major championships.

And they have taken full advantage.

The PGA Championship was actually the last major tournament to give their approval. So, Koepka's win seems even more poetic.

Koepka has been a staple on the major leaderboard this year as he led The Masters for the majority of the tournament before letting it slip through his fingers. He made adjustments and dominated at Oak Hill this week, shooting at least 67 on the last three days.

He's been on a tear ever since winning his first LIV golf event back in Orlando in April.

And while he understands the bigger picture, Koepka is just happy to be back on the right track after a couple of rough years.

"Yeah, I definitely think it helps LIV, but I'm more interested in my own self right now, to be honest with you," Koepka said. "Yeah, it's a huge thing for LIV, but at the same time, I'm out here competing as an individual at the PGA Championship. I'm just happy to take this home for the third time."