Entertainment · 17 July 2026

Matt Wallace leads The Open after five birdies on Friday

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English golfer Matt Wallace is currently leading The Open after carding five birdies on Friday morning. He made a 15-footer on the 11th hole to take the lead, reaching five under par for his round. Wallace also had a chat with Argentinian golfer Mateo Pulcini before the England v Argentina World Cup semi-final on Wednesday.

By BriefTea Editorial · 17 July 2026 at 9:39

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