Open Championship Set for Ideal Conditions at Royal Birkdale
Mother Nature is handing players a generous start for Round 2 of the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. Warm temperatures, clear skies and a zero‑percent chance of rain create a comfortable playing environment, while a modest afternoon breeze may add a tactical twist. The leaderboard is led by Florida native Jackson Suber, who surged to the top after a strong finish on day one.
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Jackson Suber: Florida native leads Open Championship after Round 1
Jackson Suber and Sami Valimaki shake hands after finishing their round at Day 1 of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.
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Jackson Suber: Florida native leads Open Championship after Round 1
Jackson Suber and Sami Valimaki shake hands after finishing their round at Day 1 of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.
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Jackson Suber: Florida native leads Open Championship after Round 1
Jackson Subertees off on the first hole on day one of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.
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Jackson Suber: Florida native leads Open Championship after Round 1
Jackson Suberarrives on the 18th green on day one of the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club.
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Jackson Suber: Florida native leads Open Championship after Round 1
Jackson Suber and Sami Valimaki shake hands after finishing their round at Day 1 of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.
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Jackson Suber: Florida native leads Open Championship after Round 1
Jackson Suberlooks on during day one of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.
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Jackson Suber: Florida native leads Open Championship after Round 1
Amateur Ethan Fang (left) and Jackson Suber walk across the first hole during the first round of the 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on June 18, 2026.
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Jackson Suber: Florida native leads Open Championship after Round 1
Jackson Suber plays his shot from the second tee during the final round of the 2026 RBC Canadian Open at TPC Toronto.
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Jackson Suber: Florida native leads Open Championship after Round 1
Jackson Suber hits his tee shot at the second hole during Round 3 of the RBC Canadian Open golf tournament.
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Jackson Suber: Florida native leads Open Championship after Round 1
Jackson Suber of the United States reacts on the 18th green during the third round of the RBC Canadian Open 2026 at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley on June 13, 2026 in Caledon, Ontario.
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Jackson Suber: Florida native leads Open Championship after Round 1
Feb 26, 2026; Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, USA; Jackson Suber plays his shot from the second tee during the first round of the Cognizant Classic golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images
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AccuWeather forecast for round 2
AccuWeather reports another picture‑perfect day at Royal Birkdale, with a high of 76°F and a low of 56°F. Expect clear skies throughout, eliminating any rain concerns, and gusts reaching up to 22 mph that could affect approach shots. The mild temperatures and low humidity should keep golfers comfortable for an extended round.
Wind considerations and rain plan
Wind is the primary weather variable this weekend, having picked up during the afternoon of day one and likely continuing to influence play. Royal Birkdale’s rain policy allows the tournament to proceed unless conditions become unsafe, so a brief shower would not halt the event. Players will need to adjust club selections to account for the breezy conditions across the greens.
Broadcast and streaming details
The action will be available on multiple platforms, with the following television lineup:
Friday, July 17: Peacock (1:30 a.m.–4 a.m.) and USA Network (4 a.m.–3:30 p.m.).
Saturday, July 18: USA Network (5 a.m.–7 a.m.) and NBC (7 a.m.–3 p.m.).
Sunday, July 19: USA Network (4 a.m.–7 a.m.) and NBC (7 a.m.–2 p.m.).
Peacock will provide streaming for rounds 1 and 2, while Sling (carrying USA Network) and Fubo (carrying NBC) also offer live coverage. Featured group and hole streaming are available on Peacock throughout each round.
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