With its tall dunes, flat lies and lack of blind shots, Royal Birkdale is often described as the fairest course on the Open rota. Here’s a hole-by-hole breakdown of what to expect at this year’s championship.
Ian Baker-Finch, who enjoyed a memorable triumph at The British Open in 1991, will donate $50,000 to charities in Australia and the UK after returning his Gold Medal to The R&A.
Move over, Johnny Miller. Branden Grace became the first player to shoot 62 in a men’s major championship, eclipsing the mark first set by Miller by a stroke in windless, soft conditions on Saturday at Royal Birkdale.
Under a Saturday evening glow at Royal Birkdale, Spieth held the lead at golf’s oldest Major, and he soaked up the moment as the packed grandstands showed their appreciation.
AWKWARD: Knowing that Westwood was the one who brought the matter into question, Rahm was asked after the round if there was any tension between the golfers. His answer?
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