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The Open Championship Friday live updates, leaderboard: Bryson DeChambeau, others look to catch up to Jackson Suber

Bryson DeChambeau faces a two-stroke penalty at The Open while Lucas Herbert moves into the lead at Royal Birkdale.

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The brief

The second round of The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale has seen significant leaderboard shifts and disciplinary action. Bryson DeChambeau was assessed a two-shot penalty regarding an incident on the 5th hole, which followed a documented exchange with tournament officials.

Coverage from The Guardian, ESPN, CNN, and Yahoo Sports highlights both the penalty and a record-tying 62 shot by Lucas Herbert. Golf Channel also notes that multiple record-tying 62s were recorded during the second round as the field attempted to navigate the course.

Future reports will track the impact of the penalty on the final standings as the tournament progresses. Coverage does not yet specify how the ruling will affect the cut line or final pairings heading into the weekend.

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Quick answers

Why was Bryson DeChambeau penalized?

He was docked two strokes following an incident on the 5th hole and an exchange with officials.

Who is currently leading The Open?

Lucas Herbert holds the lead following a record-tying round of 62.

Where is the tournament being held?

The 2026 Open Championship is taking place at Royal Birkdale.

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The Open Championship Bryson DeChambeau Lucas Herbert Royal Birkdale Golf

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