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**Sullivan Soars to First-Round Lead at the Alfred Dunhill Championship!**

**Sullivan Soars to First-Round Lead at the Alfred Dunhill Championship!**

Sullivan seizes Alfred Dunhill first-round lead

In a dramatic turn of events, Malibongwe Makepula’s late withdrawal from the Alfred Dunhill Championship due to a back injury has paved the way for Hennie du Plessis and James Kingston to assert their dominance at the top of the leaderboard, with impressive rounds of 67 and 68 respectively.

Hot on their heels is South Africa’s Brandon Stone, who wrapped up his round of 68 in style, finishing strong with back-to-back birdies.

Former champion Richard Sterne is just two shots behind Du Plessis after an exciting round of 69 that included a spectacular eagle on the par-five 18th hole.

Meanwhile, overnight leader Daniel van Tonder faced challenges today, slipping down the leaderboard after carding a round of 73. Rasmus Højgaard also encountered difficulties, finishing with a score of 74

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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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Closing double-bogey derails Rory McIlroy’s charge in Abu Dhabi

Closing double-bogey derails Rory McIlroy’s charge in Abu Dhabi

Rory McIlroy’s bid for a fifth HSBC Championship evaporated with a damaging double-bogey on the closing hole of his third round. The Northern Irishman, seeking a first victory since the CJ Cup in October 2021, was lurking with three shots to make up on halfway and three to play on Saturday at Yas Links. But, after scrambling to save par on 16 and 17, McIlroy’s wayward tee shot on the par-five last found water short of the green. The resulting double took him to two over par and down to 12th position, nine shots behind new leader Thomas Pieters.

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McIlroy grabs Irish Open lead with third-round 69

McIlroy grabs Irish Open lead with third-round 69

Rory McIlroy surged into a one-shot lead at the Irish Open after a third-round 69 at Mount Juliet.

The four-time major winner carded five birdies and two bogeys to move to 11 under par, one ahead of England’s Eddie Pepperell and Scotland’s Robert MacIntyre.

McIlroy, who is seeking a record-breaking third Irish Open title, made a strong start with birdies on the first and second holes.

He dropped a shot on the sixth but birdied the ninth to turn in 33.

McIlroy then birdied the 11th and 14th holes before bogeying the 16th. He parred the last two holes to secure a one-shot lead heading into the final round.

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Skinns shoots 62 for first-round lead in Hamilton

Skinns shoots 62 for first-round lead in Hamilton

**Skinns Shoots 62 for First-Round Lead in Hamilton**

England’s Sam Skinns fired a sizzling 8-under 62 to grab the first-round lead at the Canadian Open on Thursday. The 29-year-old produced a flawless display at Hamilton Golf and Country Club, carding eight birdies to set the early pace.

Skinns, who is seeking his maiden PGA Tour title, made a strong start with three birdies on his opening five holes. He added another three on the back nine, including a stunning approach to set up a birdie on the par-4 18th.

American Brendan Steele and Canadian David Hearn are tied for second place after carding 6-under 64s. Steele made an eagle on the par-5 17th, while Hearn birdied four of his last six holes.

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Gotterup builds 4-shot cushion at Myrtle Beach

Gotterup builds 4-shot cushion at Myrtle Beach

Myrlte Beach, S.C. – After three rounds at the 2023 Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship presented by Kiva, Gotterup has built a four-stroke lead over his fellow competitors. With scores of 66, 67, and 64, he sits at 15-under-par 198. Tied for second place are Ethan Gao and David Ford at 11-under-par 202.

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