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Lucas Herbert ties front nine record at The Open as Cam Smith reacts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 2:15 PM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Lucas Herbert ties front nine record at The Open as Cam Smith reacts

Summary

Lucas Herbert tied the record for the lowest front nine score in The Open Championship's history with a score of 28 at Royal Birkdale. His round of 62 put him at eight under par, positioning him atop the leaderboard. Fellow LIV Golf teammate Cameron Smith expressed excitement over Herbert's performance, praising his hard work and confidence. Smith also noted the positive impact of their team environment on Herbert's game. Herbert's strong play will be under scrutiny as he aims to maintain his lead heading into the weekend.

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By the Numbers

•Lucas Herbert scores 28 on the front nine, tying a historic record.
•He finishes with a round of 62, leading the tournament at eight under par.
•Cameron Smith praises Herbert's growth and confidence on the course.
•Herbert's record ties with Denis Durnian's score from 1983.
•The Open is currently ongoing, with Herbert aiming to maintain his lead.

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2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Cam Smith reacts as LIV Golf teammate writes his name into history at The Open, ‘it’s pretty incredible’

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Lucas Herbert wrote his name into the history books of golf’s oldest major. His score of 28 over the front nine at Royal Birkdale was tied for the lowest front nine score in the Open Championship’s 154-year history.
— Yahoo Sports

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