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Oh, baby! Sam Burns takes the lead in a British Open he planned to miss
By Doug Ferguson, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 18, 2026
· 5 min read
Sam Burns gets his best chance at winning a major he never planned to play.Two weeks after his daughter was born, one week after Burns changed his mind and decided to fly from Louisiana to play in the British Open, he followed his record-tying 62 with a 5-under 65 on Saturday to build a two-shot ...
Key takeaway He bogeyed the last hole for a 69, his sixth consecutive round in the 60s in the British Open.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio golf fans are likely keeping a close eye on the British Open, particularly with Sam Burns' surprising lead. As a major tournament, the British Open draws interest from golf enthusiasts across the country, including those in Bexar County. Burns' story is especially compelling, given that he hadn't planned to play in the tournament initially, but changed his mind after the birth of his daughter. His ability to balance family life with competitive golf is a testament to his dedication and perseverance. With the final round approaching, local golf fans will be watching to see if Burns can maintain his lead and take home his first major title. The outcome of the tournament may also spark discussions among San Antonio's golfing community about the challenges and opportunities faced by professional golfers with families.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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