Sam Burns takes two-shot lead into final round of British Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 8:51 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
Sam Burns holds a two-shot lead heading into the final round of the British Open at Royal Birkdale. After a second-round 62, he followed up with a 65, putting him at 10 under par for the tournament. Burns arrived at the event earlier than planned due to the early birth of his daughter. He expressed gratitude for the support from his wife, Caroline, and his friend Scottie Scheffler, who offered advice on managing family commitments while focusing on his game.
- •Burns leads the British Open after 54 holes.
- •He recorded a second-round 62, tying the lowest score at a major.
- •Burns' daughter was born 11 days earlier than expected.
- •His wife encouraged him to compete despite family pressures.
- •Burns missed out on a major by one shot at the US Open last month.
- 8:51 PMYahoo Sports — Burns rides new dad bounce to brink of British Open breakthrough
"Sam Burns was not even planning to tee off at Royal Birkdale until his daughter was born early, but now stands on the brink of his first major at the British Open.Scheffler said before going on to win the British Open last year at Royal Portrush that he would quit the sport if it ever affected his family life.
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