Lucas Herbert misses putt, falls short of The Open record
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 1:58 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Lucas Herbert missed a crucial short putt on the 18th green during The Open at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026. This miss denied him the opportunity to set a new scoring record for the tournament. Herbert’s performance leading up to that point had positioned him well for a historic achievement. As the competition progresses, his potential to make up for this setback remains uncertain.
- •Lucas Herbert missed a vital short putt on the 18th green
- •Opportunity to set a new The Open scoring record slipped away
- •The event took place at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026
- •Herbert had a solid performance leading to the final hole
- •Current standings and his next steps remain unclear after the miss
"Lucas Herbert missed a short putt on the 18th green and was denied the chance to set a new The Open scoring record.
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