Bob MacIntyre Seven Shots Off Lead

MacIntyre’s Round Recap

Bob MacIntyre, 29, from Oban sits seven shots behind the leaders heading into the final round at Royal Birkdale. The Scot posted a one‑over‑par 71, leaving him on three under for the championship. On the front nine he mixed two bogeys with two birdies, struggling to keep the ball near the hole. He then fell two shots in a row at holes 13 and 14, but a birdie at the par‑four 16th offered a glimmer of hope. With his final round set for 12:05 BST, MacIntyre will start alongside American Cameron Young.

Leader Board and Rivals

US Open champion Sam Burns dominates the field on ten under par, holding a two‑shot cushion over South Korea’s Si Woo Kim and Australia’s Ryan Fox. The three‑way battle for the title will be closely watched as the opening group fights for the lead. Burns’ early surge sets a high bar for the challengers. Kim and Fox will look to capitalize on any errors from the front‑runner. The leader board shows a clear gap of seven shots to MacIntyre.

Scottish Representation

Jack MacDonald, the only other Scot in the field, is currently four over par and tied for 74th place. This marks just his second appearance in a major championship. His round so far has been a learning experience amid a strong field. He will tee off early at 08:00 BST alongside American Ben Griffin. MacDonald will aim to improve his position in what is a tough week for the Scottish contingent.

Final Round Tee Times

• 12:05 BST – Bob MacIntyre with Cameron Young
• 08:00 BST – Jack MacDonald with Ben Griffin

The final 18 holes at Royal Birkdale promise a decisive stretch, with MacIntyre still within striking distance of the top trio. Sam Burns, Si Woo Kim and Ryan Fox will face pressure as they battle for the championship title. Meanwhile, Scottish fans will watch closely as both MacIntyre and MacDonald look to add to their majors pedigree.