Jackson Suber Drops From The Open Lead

Second Round Slip Drops Suber

Jackson Suber, the 26‑year‑old American, rode an early birdie at the second hole into a lead after his opening 65. However, three straight bogeys on holes six through eight halted his momentum, leading to a two‑over‑par 36 on Friday. The back‑nine collapse left him three under total and forced him into a tie for fifth place midway through the round. At 7:30 a.m. local (2:30 a.m. ET) Suber was just one shot behind the leading quartet.

Who’s Behind and On Top

England’s Matt Wallace turned a pair of bogeys into five birdies over his first 13 holes, posting a four‑under‑par total that currently sits atop the field. He shares the early lead with Pierceson Coody, who is through five holes, while Daniel Brown and Sungjae Im have yet to tee off. The chasing pack includes Suber, now a distant fifth, as the leaderboard tightens under the link’s challenges. The latter part of the round will see several key players complete their rounds, reshaping the cut line.

Context: A Links Rookie’s Journey

Before arriving at Royal Birkdale, Suber had never set foot in Europe, let alone played links golf until a brief practice session on Monday. The Ole Miss product earned his first‑round lead with six birdies, an eagle and three bogeys, a 65 that stunned the field. His rapid adaptation to the unpredictable coastal terrain became evident in the opening round. The Open, known for its demanding rough and windy conditions, now sees Suber fighting to regain the summit.