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Scheffler Extends Lead to Four Shots at the Open Championship

Carding a bogey-free 67 to reach 14-under, he stands within one round of completing the third leg of his career Grand Slam.

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Rory McIlroy reacts after unearthing an old golf ball as he plays his own ball from the rough on the 11th hole at the 153rd Open Championship in Northern Ireland.
Golf - The 153rd Open Championship - Royal Portrush Golf Club, Portrush, Northern Ireland, Britain - July 19, 2025 Scottie Scheffler of the U.S. hits his tee shot on the 1st hole during the third round REUTERS/Paul Childs
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Overview

  • Haotong Li moved to 10-under with a 69 and will be Scheffler’s closest pursuer in the final pairing.
  • Matt Fitzpatrick is five strokes back at 9-under after a third-round 71.
  • Local favorite Rory McIlroy fired a 66 for 8-under to remain in contention supported by raucous home galleries.
  • Scheffler’s dominance is underscored by his 10-tournament winning streak when leading after 54 holes and his status as the first world No. 1 to hold a 36-hole Open lead since 2006.
  • A Sunday victory would complete the third leg of Scheffler’s career Grand Slam and make him the first player since Ben Hogan in 1953 to claim three majors in one year.