Sam Burns Holds 10‑Shot Lead at British Open Final Round

Burns’ Historic 36‑Hole Stretch

Sam Burns posted a 62 on Saturday and followed with a 5‑under 65 to reach 10‑under total, the lowest consecutive 36‑hole performance ever recorded in a major championship. That run gave him a commanding 10‑shot cushion over the field. Burns, who almost missed the event because of his daughter’s birth, would capture his first major title if he closes out the week successfully. The 10‑shot advantage is the largest lead in the tournament so far this Sunday.

Final Round Pairings and Wake‑up Call

Burns will tee off alongside Ryan Fox in the last round. Fox also fired a 62 on Saturday, marking his third sub‑62 score of the week. The pairing sets up a potential battle for the early lead. Other top contenders are still within reach, setting up a dramatic finish on the links.

Who Is Within Striking Distance?

Bryson DeChambeau sits four strokes behind Burns after a turbulent Friday, while world‑number‑one Scottie Scheffler is six strokes back. Both players will need strong rounds to erase the gap and challenge Burns for the Claret Jug.

Sunday Tee Times Overview

• 7:45 a.m.: Jose Luis Ballester Barrio, Scottie Scheffler
• 7:55 a.m.: Jon Rahm, Shane Lowry
• 8:05 a.m.: Cameron John, Daniel Brown
• 8:15 a.m.: Hideki Matsuyama, Kaxuma Kobori
• 8:30 a.m.: Eric Cole, Xander Schauffele
• 8:40 a.m.: Tommy Fleetwood, Rasmus Neergaard‑Petersen
• 8:50 a.m.: Jackson Suber, Bryson DeChambeau
• 9:00 a.m.: Ludvig Åberg, Lucas Herbert
• 9:10 a.m.: Ryan Gerard, Si Woo Kim
• 9:20 a.m.: Ryan Fox, Sam Burns

How to Watch the Final Round

Sunday, July 19 offers coverage on two networks. USA Network airs the early block from 4 a.m. to 7 a.m. ET, while NBC/Peacock picks up the main session from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET. Fans can follow live updates through Yahoo Sports for real‑time commentary.

With Burns holding such a large advantage, the spotlight turns to the players chasing him. Any errors from the leader could quickly shift the momentum, while the rivals will aim for perfect rounds to steal the title. The British Open’s climax promises high stakes as the Claret Jug awaits its next owner.