This video features a "Break 50" golf challenge, where professional golfer Bryson DeChambeau partners with former President Donald Trump in a two-person scramble. The goal is to shoot a score under 50 (23-under par) on an 18-hole course. Played at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster from the forward (red) tees, the challenge includes a charitable component, raising $10,000 for every birdie and $20,000 for every eagle. The video documents their round, highlighting impressive drives from Trump, powerful and precise shots from DeChambeau, and several crucial, long-distance putts. The duo showcases remarkable teamwork, culminating in a dramatic finish. While they make numerous birdies and several eagles—including a standout solo eagle by Trump—they ultimately finish with a score of 50, tying the series record but falling one shot short of their goal.
Breaking 50: DeChambeau and Trump Take on the Ultimate Golf Challenge
0:00:42 The Challenge & Charity: Bryson DeChambeau and Donald Trump team up for the "Break 50" challenge, a two-person scramble aiming for a score lower than 50 (23-under par). For charity, they pledge $10,000 per birdie and $20,000 per eagle.
0:03:06 Gameplay Strategy: The pair plays from the forward (red) tees at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster to make the par 4s and par 5s more reachable, which is essential for scoring the required number of eagles.
0:04:18 A Hot Start: On the very first hole, DeChambeau nearly holes out for an albatross with a 3-wood from 299 yards, setting the tone with an easy opening birdie.
0:08:50 The Par-3 Hurdle: DeChambeau explains that the par 3s are the most difficult part of the challenge because, unlike the longer holes, playing from the forward tees offers less of a strategic advantage.
15:42 First Eagle of the Day: DeChambeau sinks a crucial putt on a par 5, securing their first eagle and raising $20,000 for charity.
18:12 Reflecting on a Major Win: DeChambeau discusses the immense pressure of his winning four-foot putt at the U.S. Open, explaining that his focus on his practice routine and mechanics helped him succeed.
24:24 DeChambeau's Clutch Putting: After a great drive from Trump, DeChambeau drains a very long, sweeping putt for their second eagle, showcasing his skill on the greens.
31:25 Trump's Solo Birdie: In a rare moment for the scramble format, Trump makes a "solo birdie." The team used his drive and he was the one to sink the final putt, with no contribution from DeChambeau on the hole.
39:00 A Presidential Eagle: In one of the most memorable moments, Trump drives the green on a par 4 to just four feet and makes the putt for an unassisted eagle.
51:34 A Monster Putt Keeps Hope Alive: On the 17th hole, DeChambeau makes a spectacular 40-foot putt for another eagle, giving them a chance to break 50 on the final hole.
54:47 A Near Walk-Off: Needing an eagle on the 18th hole to break 50, Trump hits a wedge from 140 yards that lands just inches from the cup, narrowly missing a walk-off victory.
55:33 The Final Score: DeChambeau makes the final short putt for birdie. They finish with a score of 50, or 22-under par, tying the record for the "Break 50" series but falling one shot short of the ultimate goal.