
Sam Burns Leads The Open as Ryan Fox Makes History and DeChambeau Fights Back
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Sam Burns takes a two-shot lead into the final round of The 154th Open, held at Royal Birkdale, after an impressive third-round performance. Burns carded six birdies against a single bogey, finishing with a score of 65 and reaching a total of 10 under.
Ryan Fox made headlines by posting a remarkable eight-under 62, equalizing the lowest major round in men's history. This stellar performance allowed him to join Burns and overnight leader Lucas Herbert, who managed a one-over 71 to share fourth place with Ryan Gerard.
In a thrilling twist, Bryson DeChambeau, despite facing a two-shot penalty for a rules infringement the previous day, battled back to momentarily close the gap to two strokes behind Burns. However, a bogey on the final hole left him at one-under 69, placing him four strokes off the lead.
Notable performances also included Tommy Fleetwood, who slipped five strokes back after bogeying two of his last four holes, and Scottie Scheffler, the defending champion, who finished six adrift with a level-par 70. Rory McIlroy trails even further, sitting eight behind the leader.
With an exciting final day ahead, all eyes turn to Burns, Fox, and DeChambeau as they vie for the prestigious title. Expect more thrilling golf action live on Sky Sports Golf this weekend.
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