Daniel Brown Leads at British Open
After 18 holes at Royal Troon, Daniel Brown, ranked No. 273, grabbed a surprise lead with a bogey-free 65. This marks Brown’s first major championship, edging past Shane Lowry by one shot. Lowry, who also had a clean round, is well-poised to contend for his second major win, currently sitting at 6-under.
Bryson DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy had disappointing starts, making it challenging for them to make the cut. McIlroy finished at 7-over, while DeChambeau ended with a 5-over. Both will need significant improvements to continue. Tiger Woods also struggled, posting a 79 and is likely to miss another cut, continuing his recent poor performances in major championships.
Shane Lowry’s steady play places him as a strong contender for the weekend. Justin Rose is also making strides, staying bogey-free through 14 holes in his second round. Follow the action on Peacock and USA Network for comprehensive coverage.
