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**Herbert and Johnston Ignite Australian Open with Thrilling Tie at the Top!**

**Herbert and Johnston Ignite Australian Open with Thrilling Tie at the Top!**

In a dramatic twist at the Australian Open, David Herbert and Kalin Johnston have emerged as co-leaders after an electrifying second round. Herbert entered the day with a narrow one-stroke lead but faced a setback with a bogey on the challenging par-4 15th hole. Meanwhile, Johnston capitalized on the moment, soaring to new heights with a birdie on the par-five 18th, finishing strong with an impressive 5-under 67. This performance allowed him to equal Herbert’s two-round total of 10-under 134. The duo now boasts a two-stroke cushion over their competitors, setting the stage for an exhilarating showdown for the coveted Stonehaven Cup this weekend

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David Herbert Soars to the Top with Stunning Eagle on 18th at Australian Open!

David Herbert Soars to the Top with Stunning Eagle on 18th at Australian Open!

Herbert Eagles Last Hole to Lead Australian Open

MELBOURNE, Australia – In a thrilling finish, David Herbert eagled the 18th hole, seizing a one-stroke lead after an exhilarating first round of the Australian Open on Thursday.

The 46-year-old Aussie showcased his skills by holing out from an impressive 120 yards, finishing with a remarkable score of 6-under 66 at the picturesque Victoria Golf Club.

“It was a fantastic way to cap off my day,” Herbert exclaimed. “I struck a solid tee shot and followed it up with an incredible second shot. My goal was just to get it close, but then it went in!”

Herbert now stands one stroke clear of five players who are tied for second place at 5-under 67. This competitive group features former Australian Open champion Matt Jones, along with New Zealand’s Ryan Fox and England’s Paul Casey

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‘Choking back tears’: Rose flirts with Open magic

‘Choking back tears’: Rose flirts with Open magic

Justin Rose narrowly missed out on a remarkable Open Championship victory but the 2013 U.S. Open champion believes Royal Troon could hold a special place in his future. Rose had to settle for a tie for fourth after a superb 67 on Sunday that saw him surge into contention, despite starting the day six shots off the lead. But the Englishman was unable to overhaul eventual champion Henrik Stenson and admitted he had been left “gutted” not to have claimed the Claret Jug. “It was a very emotional day for me,” said Rose, whose father Ken carried his bag throughout the tournament. “I was choking back tears a few times as I walked up the 18th. I wanted it so bad.”

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Zhang takes Founders, ending Korda’s win streak

Zhang takes Founders, ending Korda’s win streak

Shuai Zhang upset world No. 2 Jessica Pegula to win the Abu Dhabi Open on Sunday, ending third-seeded Petra Kvitova’s bid for a third title in the United Arab Emirates.

Zhang, 34, broke into tears after hitting a backhand winner that secured a 6-3, 6-1 victory and her second career WTA 500 title.

The Chinese star’s victory also halted a nine-match winning streak by teenage sensation Iga Swiatek, who withdrew from Abu Dhabi with an unspecified illness last week.

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