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'Almost looks like it's snowing': Kaufman gives course update at Royal Birkdale

July 14, 2026 12:28 PM
Golf Channel's Smylie Kaufman gives an update from Royal Birkdale ahead of the 154th Open Championship and previews how the 14th hole has changed since the the tournament was last held in Southport in 2017.

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