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Scheffler rues missed putts but happy with his game after tee-to-green clinic at the British Open
Scottie Scheffler stayed four shots behind leader Lucas Herbert after missing seven birdie putts from 15 feet or less, officials said.
- On Friday, July 17, 2026, Scottie Scheffler of the United States carded a bogey-free 68 during the second round of the British Open Golf championship at Royal Birkdale in Southport, England.
- Aiming to retain the claret jug, Scheffler showcased precise ball-striking but struggled to convert opportunities on the greens, saying, "I gave myself a lot of opportunities. Wish I holed a few more putts."
- Scheffler missed seven birdie putts from 15 feet or less, with four inside 10 feet; only two successful birdies came from 3 feet and 6 feet respectively.
- Army captain Marcus Plunkett made the cut at 141 in his British Open debut, while 2001 champion David Duval shot 77 after struggling with slower links greens compared to Firestone.
- Positioned four shots behind leader Lucas Herbert, Scheffler remains optimistic for the weekend, stating, "If I continue to strike it like I did today and yesterday over the next couple days, I'll be in a good spot.
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Scheffler rues missed putts but happy with his game after tee-to-green clinic at the British Open
Scottie Scheffler put on a tee-to-green clinic in his second round at the British Open and he thinks it bodes well for his chances of keeping hold of the shiny claret jug.
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Scottie Scheffler gave a tee-to-green game display in his second round of the British Open, one that, he claims, bodes well for his chances of continuing to hold the glittering pitcher of claret.
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