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Eric Cole improves significantly with 64 at British Open's Birkdale

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:37 AM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Eric Cole improves significantly with 64 at British Open's Birkdale

Summary

Eric Cole shot a 6-under 64 during the second round of the British Open at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026. After a disappointing first round of 76, Cole improved by 12 shots, moving to even par for the championship., he made three birdies in a row on the front nine and four consecutively on the back nine. Despite the marked improvement, Cole acknowledged that he didn't feel his game was drastically different from the previous day. He expressed a desire to enjoy the championship as he prepares for the final rounds.

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By the Numbers

•Cole's 64 is a significant improvement from his first-round 76.
•He recorded three birdies in a row on the front nine.
•The second round featured lighter winds and easier pin placements.
•Cole's score brings him to even par for the championship.
•He is looking to enjoy the remaining days at Birkdale.

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11:37 AMYahoo Sports — Eric Cole was checking flights home from the British Open. Then he shot 64 at Birkdale

What they're saying

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All the bounces that went against the 38-year-old American were in his favor Friday as he ran off three straight birdies on the front nine, four in a row on the back nine and improved 12 shots from the previous day with a 6-under 64 to get back to even par for the championship. “I was just trying to have a good day and relax and enjoy The Open Championship,” Cole said. Cole was the first example that Royal Birkdale was more vulnerable in the second round, with lighter wind and accessible pins.
— Yahoo Sportsby DOUG FERGUSON

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