Peter Finch shoots one-under 69 at Royal Birkdale ahead of Open Championship

ESPN Golf • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Peter Finch shoots one-under 69 at Royal Birkdale ahead of Open Championship

Summary

Peter Finch, a plus-two handicap golfer, recently played at Royal Birkdale, shooting a one-under par 69. The round featured five birdies, four bogeys, and nine pars, marking Finch's first time breaking par at such a prestigious course. The Open Championship is set to return to Royal Birkdale for the first time since 2017, with Scottie Scheffler defending his title from Royal Portrush. The course has undergone changes, extending to over 7,300 yards, and presents significant challenges, particularly in windy conditions.

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•Finch played as part of his YouTube series 'Break Par'.
•Royal Birkdale has seen over 200 yards added since 2017.
•The Open Championship features a prestigious list of past champions.
•Scottie Scheffler will defend his title at the upcoming tournament.

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1:51 PMESPN Golf — What happened last time The Open was at Royal Birkdale?
11:00 AMYahoo Sports — The score a plus-two handicap golfer shot around Royal Birkdale weeks before the Open Championship

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The Open Championship is set to return to Royal Birkdale for the first time since 2017, and the 11th time in the tournament’s history. Jordan Spieth won The Open last time it was held at Royal Birkdale nine years ago, and what he wouldn’t give to repeat that feat next week.
— Yahoo Sports

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With the Open returning to Royal Birkdale for the first time in nine years, ESPN has a look back at what happened the last time it was at the picturesque Merseyside course.
— ESPN Golfby Tom Masters

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