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Scheffler Shoots 64 to Lead British Open by One Shot

COLERAINE, NORTHERN IRELAND, JUL 18 – Scottie Scheffler leads by one stroke over Matt Fitzpatrick at Royal Portrush as both contend for the Claret Jug, with Scheffler aiming for his first Open win.

  • Saturday's third round at Royal Portrush sees World No.1 Scottie Scheffler in the lead, holding a 10-under par one-shot advantage over Matt Fitzpatrick.
  • Scottie Scheffler built his lead by firing a 7-under 64 in round two, marking his lowest-ever major round, and falling one shot short of Shane Lowry's course record.
  • Other contenders remain within striking distance at five-under, while Shane Lowry faced a two-shot penalty for moving a ball.
  • If Scheffler secures victory on Sunday, he edges closer to a career grand slam.
  • Tee times for round three pair Tyrrell Hatton with Rasmus Hojgaard at 10:25 a.m., Haotong Li with Brian Harman at 10:35 a.m., followed by Fitzpatrick and Scheffler, with live coverage on NBC, USA Network, Golf Channel and Peacock.
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The Independent broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Friday, July 18, 2025.
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