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Sam Burns leads The Open as Scottie Scheffler praises his talent

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 1:30 AM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Sam Burns leads The Open as Scottie Scheffler praises his talent

Summary

Sam Burns holds a two-shot lead at The Open after carding rounds of 73 and 65, with a major-record-equalling 62 in between. Teammate Scottie Scheffler expressed confidence in Burns, stating that he believes it's just a matter of time before Burns wins a major. Scheffler, currently tied for 11th after rounds of 68, 68, and 70, emphasized the importance of experience and consistent opportunities in competitive golf. The tournament continues into its final round on Sunday at Royal Birkdale.

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By the Numbers

•Sam Burns leads by two shots at The Open.
•Scottie Scheffler praises Burns's talent and potential.
•Burns previously finished runner-up at the US Open this year.
•Scheffler is tied for 11th place, six shots behind Burns.
•Final round of The Open takes place on Sunday at Royal Birkdale.

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1:30 AMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler hails Sam Burns after his performance at The Open so far

What they're saying

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Scottie Scheffler believes it is “just a matter of time” before Sam Burns wins a major after he moved to the top of The Open leaderboard. Burns came agonizingly close to his maiden major win at this year’s US Open, where Wyndham Clark edged him out by a single shot.
— Yahoo Sports

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