Lucas Herbert matches major record with 62 at The Open

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Lucas Herbert matches major record with 62 at The Open
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Lucas Herbert shot an eight-under 62 during the second round of The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale, equaling the lowest round in men’s major history. Despite a costly bogey on the final hole, Herbert's performance included four birdies in his first five holes and a record-tying front nine of 28. Sam Burns matched Herbert's score with his own dramatic finish, holing out from a bunker on the 18th. Both rounds stand alongside previous 62s recorded by notable golfers since 2017.

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  • Herbert birdied four of his first five holes.
  • His front nine score of 28 equals The Open record.
  • Burns also carded an eight-under 62, finishing with a bunker birdie.
  • This marks the first time two players shot 62 in a major round.
  • Herbert was unable to secure a record-breaking score at the 18th.
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Lucas Herbert equalled the lowest round in men’s major history after a dramatic finish to his second-round 62 in The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale.

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