Herbert Bogeys 18th, Misses Record 61 at 2026 Open Championship

Lucas Herbert missed an opportunity to set a new record for the lowest single round in a men's major championship on the second day of the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club. Herbert was on track to achieve a historic score of 61 after 17 holes. However, he faltered on the final hole, the 18th, by missing a five-foot putt. This resulted in a bogey on the par-4 18th, bringing his second-round score to 62. The Australian golfer's near-record performance still places him in a strong position within the tournament standings. The current record for the lowest round in a men's major is 62, held by Branden Grace at the 2017 Open Championship and matched by Rickie Fowler and Xander Schauffele at the 2023 U.S. Open. Herbert's 62 at Royal Birkdale marks a significant achievement, though the chance for an outright record was narrowly missed. The 2026 Open Championship is scheduled to conclude on July 19, 2026.