Sam Burns Leads British Open Heading into Final Round

Burns Takes Command with Historic 62

Sam Burns is perched atop the leaderboard after a blistering Saturday at Royal Birkdale. The 27‑year‑old built a two‑shot cushion, posting 13‑under over his final 36 holes—the lowest consecutive stretch in major‑championship history. It was a dramatic turnaround for Burns, who almost missed the week when his daughter arrived. At 10‑under overall, he will tee off in the decisive final group at 9:20 a.m. ET alongside Ryan Fox.

If Burns can close out the tournament, it would be his first major championship title, ending a long‑wait for a top‑level win. The Claret Jug remains up for grabs despite his apparent dominance. The pressure is on, but Burns has already showcased the form needed to capture golf’s oldest trophy.

Ryan Fox Joins the Title Fight

Ryan Fox also posted a historic 62 on Saturday, marking the third such round of the week. Fox, now at 9‑under, will start right after Burns in the 9:20 a.m. group, keeping the race tight. His hot play underscores the depth of talent chasing Burns’s lead. The pairing sets up a intriguing showdown as the two players battle for the trophy.

Fox’s round joins a list of remarkable performances that have made this British Open memorable. The momentum he carries could force Burns to stay sharp if the title is to be decided. Both players will need to avoid mistakes while seizing any chances presented by the course.

DeChambeau and Scheffler Still Within Reach

Bryson DeChambeau, still reeling from a controversial penalty on Friday, entered the final round at 6‑under—four shots behind Burns. The two‑time major winner will tee off at 8:50 a.m., aiming to close the gap on the leader. Despite the setback, his play remains competitive at the top level.

Top‑ranked Scottie Scheffler starts six shots back at 4‑under, offering another potential challenger. Both players carry enough talent to mount a comeback, though they face a steep hill to climb. Their positions keep the tournament exciting for fans hoping for a late‑hour drama.

Full Final Round Tee Times

• 2:40 a.m.: Jesper Svensson, Keegan Bradley
• 2:50 a.m.: Matthew Southgate, Laurie Canter
• 3:00 a.m.: Jack McDonald, Ben Griffin
• 3:10 a.m.: Peter Uihlein, Kazuki Higa
• 3:20 a.m.: Sepp Straka, John Parry
• 3:30 a.m.: Andy Sullivan, Aldrich Potgieter
• 3:40 a.m.: Marcus Plunkett, Ryo Hisatsune
• 3:50 a.m.: Min Woo Lee, Tyrrell Hatton
• 4:00 a.m.: Nick Taylor, MJ Daffue
• 4:15 a.m.: Eugenio Chacarra, Rickie Fowler
• 4:25 a.m.: Naoyuki Kataoka, Thomas Detry
• 4:35 a.m.: JJ Spaun, Victor Perez
• 4:45 a.m.: Chris Gotterup, Patrick Cantlay
• 4:55 a.m.: Michael Brennan, Kurt Kitayama
• 5:05 a.m.: Brooks Koepka, Bud Cauley
• 5:15 a.m.: Alex Fitzpatrick, Pierceson Coody
• 5:25 a.m.: Corey Conners, Johnny Keefer
• 5:40 a.m.: Patrick Reed, Adam Scott
• 5:50 a.m.: Michael Thorbjornsen, Shaun Norris
• 6:00 a.m.: Marco Penge, Alex Noren
• 6:10 a.m.: Russell Henley, Matt Wallace
• 6:20 a.m.: Francesco Molinari, Collin Morikawa
• 6:30 a.m.: Jordan Smith, Rory McIlroy
• 6:40 a.m.: Hennie Du Plessis, Sahith Theegala
• 6:50 a.m.: Casey Jarvis, Kristoffer Reitan
• 7:05 a.m.: Cameron Young, Robert MacIntyre
• 7:15 a.m.: Nico Echavarria, Sungjae Im
• 7:25 a.m.: Jacob Bridgeman, Justin Thomas
• 7:35 a.m.: Max Homa, Alex Smalley
• 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

The final round promises a mixture of seasoned champions and rising stars, all fighting for the historic Claret Jug. As Burns and Fox lead the pack, every shot from the early groups could shift the dynamics. Fans can expect high‑stakes golf with plenty of drama unfolding across the 48‑hour span.