The first round of the final major golf championship has wrapped up, and Scottie Scheffler is in contention. The world number one shot a solid 3-under 68 at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland. Currently, he is just a stroke away from the lead, which is held by five golfers at 4-under: Jacob Skov, Olesen, Haotong Li, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Christiaan Bezuidenhout, along with Harris English.
Scheffler shares his 3-under score with Matthew Jordan, Tyrrell Hatton, and even Buddhist monk Sadon Kaewkanjana. Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy, the crowd favorite, has improved from his last appearance at Portrush in 2019. Back then, he famously had a rough start, hitting a drive out of bounds and making an eight on the first hole. This time, he started with a bogey but finished the round at 1-under, marking a better performance.
However, not all big names had a good day. Bryson DeChambeau struggled with a 7-over, leaving him near the bottom of the leaderboard. Other stars like Patrick Reed, Wyndham Clark, Collin Morikawa, and Brooks Koepka also faced challenges.
As the second round approaches, starting at 1:35 a.m. ET on Friday, the pressure’s on for those looking to make the cut.
Interestingly, the British Open’s popularity continues to grow. A recent survey indicated that more fans than ever are tuning in, with viewership up by 15% compared to previous years. This shows the championship’s enduring appeal.
It’s exciting to see how this tournament unfolds, especially with so many talented players vying for the top spots. Each round brings new possibilities, and every golfer’s performance tells a unique story.
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