Sam Burns leads as final round of Open Championship begins

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 9:35 AM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Sam Burns leads as final round of Open Championship begins

Summary

The final round of the 154th Open Championship is underway at Royal Birkdale, featuring elite golfers vying for the Claret Jug. Sam Burns holds the lead, but a tightly packed leaderboard includes Ryan Fox, who surged into contention with a historic 62 on Saturday. Players such as Si Woo Kim, Lucas Herbert, and Bryson DeChambeau are closely pursuing. Expect a competitive finish amid challenging conditions, as the tournament's history suggests a potential for memorable moments. Coverage is available starting at 4:00 AM ET on Peacock, USA Network, and NBC.

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By the Numbers

•Final round started at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026
•Sam Burns is in control but faces strong challengers
•Ryan Fox shot a historic 62 on Saturday
•Defending champion Scottie Scheffler is also in contention
•Live coverage available on Peacock, USA Network, and NBC

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The Claret Jug is on the line Sunday as the world’s best golfers take center stage for the final round of the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. MORE: How to watch 2026 Open Championship: live stream, TV channel, start…
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