British Open Archives

Parry makes the first hole-in-one at this year’s British Open

PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland (AP) — The British Open at Royal Portrush has had its first hole-in-one. English golfer John Parry hit an 8-iron at the 192-yard No. 13 that landed at the front of the green, took a couple of bounces and hopped straight into the cup. There were big celebrations on the tee with Parry congratulated by playing partner Justin Leonard, the 1997 Open champion. Parry says “the atmosphere was absolutely amazing.” Parry guessed it was “about” the 10th hole-in-one of his career and was “definitely the best one, 100%.” Parry shot a 4-under 67 and was 3 under for the tournament.… Continue Reading

Scottie Scheffler is chasing the claret jug at the British Open and searching for what it all means

PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland (AP) — No one wins more than Scottie Scheffler these days. But as the year’s final major nears, the world’s No. 1 player finds himself asking what the point of it is. Scheffler says he loves playing golf for a living and all the work involved. But he says celebrations last no more than about two minutes and then it’s on to the next tournament. He says fulfillment comes more off the course with his wife and 15-month-old son. Scheffler says he wants badly to win the British Open. But he knows that won’t bring him total fulfillment in life.… Continue Reading