Lucas Herbert absolutely dropped a record-equalling 62 on day two at Royal Birkdale. That kind of score at The Open? It makes you sit up and pay attention, trust me. This major is already delivering, and Herbert's performance is setting the tone for what could be an unforgettable weekend.
Suber Pulls Ahead, Canter Nearly Aces
While Herbert was making history, the leaderboard saw some other serious moves. Jackson Suber, who's currently leading, stretched his advantage even further early on day two. He snagged a birdie on the 2nd, even after tugging his drive into the rough down the left side. But the dude got a decent lie, and from 90 yards, he wedged it over the flag to 12 feet. One fairly straight roll later, and Suber moved to an impressive -6 overall. That's how you stay on top! And speaking of impressive shots, Laurie Canter, the 36-year-old Englishman, nearly aced the 4th. His tee shot landed just past the bunker guarding the front left and serenely glided to kick-in distance. It was never actually threatening to drop, always staying on a route below the hole, but man, what a shot. Canter is currently at -2.Clarke Continues Veteran Run
Meanwhile, 2011 champion Darren Clarke also started his round with a birdie, though he currently sits at +2. Clarke also holds a pretty wild record: he's joint holder for the most appearances by an Open champion before their first victory. After his 2011 win, he hit 19 appearances, sharing that number with Phil Mickelson from his 2013 win. Nick Price, who won in 1994, is next on that list. It just goes to show you, sometimes it takes a minute to get that major title. Day two at Royal Birkdale is delivering some serious heat! With scores like Herbert's 62 hitting the books and players like Suber stretching their leads, you know the weekend is gonna be epic. Keep those eyes glued to the action, because this Open is just getting started.This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.