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    Collin Morikawa Wins the British Open in His First Appearance

    The American golfer played a flawless final round at Royal St. George’s, holding off all challengers to finish at 15 under, two strokes ahead of Jordan Spieth.SANDWICH, England — Louis Oosthuizen had certainly paid his dues since winning the British Open in 2010, finishing as runner-up on six occasions at major championships. More

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    British Open Heads for Furious Finish With Stars Tight at the Top

    Louis Oosthuizen, Collin Morikawa and Jordan Spieth are battling one another — and their nerves — with just a few strokes separating them atop the leaderboard.SANDWICH, England — Collin Morikawa and Jordan Spieth had much in common as the third round of the British Open ended on Saturday in the sort of gentle breezes and golden, early evening light more associated with Augusta National than the English seaside. More

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    At the British Open, Tony Finau Shuts Out a Sense of Frustration

    The American golfer wants to win. But after finishing in the top 10 at major tournaments 10 times, without a title, Finau has a healthy perspective on outcomes.Tony Finau shot a four-under-par 66 on Friday at the British Open and found himself in familiar territory. He was once again a contender for a major golf championship and knew that people would be wondering if it would end with another near-miss result. More

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    Jordan Spieth Makes the Most of a Mercurial British Open Course

    Royal St. George’s offered all the uncertainty a links course can, and Spieth’s opening round reflected calm conditions. Phil Mickelson, teeing off in the afternoon, was not so lucky.SANDWICH, England — Jordan Spieth, a born communicator, was, as usual, talking to himself, to his caddie, to his ball in flight and on the roll. More

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    A British Open Comeback: A Two-Year Wait Ends at Royal St. George’s

    The Open, the only men’s major tournament to shut down last year because of the pandemic, returns with spectators and some strict limitations.SANDWICH, England — Just ahead of the British Open at Royal St. George’s Golf Club, Edward Kitson walked briskly through the dunes on Wednesday night, making his way to the clubhouse and thinking back to last year. More

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    Why Are There More Successful Older Golfers Today?

    They have learned to stay fit and play smarter. And the British Open seems to be their fountain of youth.From the 18th fairway in the final group of the British Open in 2009, Tom Watson, the five-time Open champion, hit a shot that flew right at the pin. For a moment, it looked like Watson, then age 59, would win the tournament for a record sixth time and become the oldest player to win a major championship. More