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Jim Nantz, CBS golf analyst, referenced Bryson DeChambeau in a pre-Masters media call amid LIV Golf backlash.
Nantz said he has not seen DeChambeau hit a shot this year, relying on YouTube to gauge form.
The remarks occurred on March 30, well before the 2026 Masters first round.
DeChambeau had already won two LIV events in 2026, noted by fans online reacting to Nantz’s comments.
The piece highlights LIV Golf backlash among fans on social media.
Nantz remains a central figure in golf broadcasting, with decades of Masters coverage.
The article notes the timing and context of the remarks ahead of Augusta's Masters tournament.
OutKick frames Nantz’s comments within the broader LIV Golf backlash narrative.
The report emphasizes the ongoing conversation about DeChambeau and LIV Golf in Masters coverage.

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Jim Nantz recalls his 1986 Masters debut at Augusta National as a pivotal career moment on CBS.
Nantz describes the electric atmosphere when Nicklaus birdied the 16th and the moment he stayed silent.
Nicklaus’s late surge on Sunday set up Nantz’s famous call, 'The Bear has come out of hibernation'.
Chirkinian recruited a young Nantz, telling him he’d be welcome on Augusta’s broadcast team.
Nantz credits holding back nerves and embracing the moment as a 'lifetime of work' paying off.
The moment remained a benchmark for Nantz, who later cited Tiger Woods’s 2019 win as another peak.
Nantz recalls Venturi suggesting a long Masters run, aiming for the 100th edition in 2036.
Nantz’s transition from newcomer to lead host spans decades, shaping how CBS covers golf.
The piece notes the enduring influence of Frank Chirkinian on Nantz’s career.
Nantz emphasizes his awe at the Masters’ history and its legendary players.
Nantz reflects on how that day shaped his memory of Masters and his career trajectory.
The article closes by naming Max Schreiber as a contributor to SI’s Breaking and Trending News team.

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