Scottie Scheffler Builds Commanding 4 Shot Lead at The Open

Scottie Scheffler Dominates with 4 Shot Lead at Open Championship

Scottie Scheffler takes a four shot lead into the final round of the 2025 Open Championship at Royal Portrush positioning himself for a fourth major title. Contenders include Li Haotong Matt Fitzpatrick Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffele .

PORTRUSH Northern Ireland July 19–20 2025 — Scottie Scheffler the current world No 1 and dominant force in golf has taken a commanding four shot lead at the 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush . With a flawless 4 under par 67 in the third round Scheffler sits at 14 overall and appears poised to collect his fourth major title — and first Claret Jug .

Scheffler’s Clinical Saturday

Scheffler’s third round was a masterclass in composure and consistency . His bogey free 67 featured a key eagle on the par 5 7th the third day in a row he’s capitalized on that hole . Known for his disciplined surgical play Scheffler added two birdies and relied on rock solid putting and accurate iron play to distance himself from the field .

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The back nine offered further proof of his maturity with timely par saves from deep rough and smart shot selection that neutralized Portrush’s punishing links conditions .

“Scheffler is simply outplaying the field right now. He looks untouchable” — Talksport

Why Scheffler Is So Formidable

Unbeaten With 54 Hole Leads

Scheffler has now converted 10 of 10 wins when leading after 54 holes since 2022 including three previous majors. His ability to close is unmatched in modern golf .

Strategic Iron Play

His famed green zone strategy — targeting safe zones on greens rather than high risk flagsticks — minimizes errors and maximizes scoring chances .

Mental Toughness

Calm focused and emotionally even keeled Scheffler is drawing comparisons to Tiger Woods in his prime for his unshakable focus .

The Chasing Pack

Despite Scheffler’s advantage the tournament isn’t over. Several top contenders remain in contention

Li Haotong 10

The Chinese standout continues his error free march with a 69 in Round 3 . He sits alone in second and is Scheffler’s most immediate threat .

Matt Fitzpatrick 9

The 2022 US Open champion struggled with consistency during his 71 but remains in striking distance thanks to a strong front nine .

Rory McIlroy 8

The Northern Ireland native thrilled home fans with a sizzling 66 including an eagle at 12 . However he’s still six shots back . A bizarre incident involving a buried ball added to a rollercoaster round .

Xander Schauffele 7

The defending Open Champion rebounded with a strong 66 and sits seven behind. He’ll need a career best round — and help from Scheffler — to repeat .

Notable Moments + Stats

John Parry’s Ace

The first hole in one of the tournament came at the par 3 13th by England’s John Parry .

McIlroy’s Buried Ball

A peculiar moment when Rory’s shot unearthed a second buried golf ball caused a stir among fans and officials .

Scheffler’s Signature 7th

For the third straight day the par 5 7th has become Scheffler’s scoring zone highlighted by a 230 yard laser leading to eagle .

What Lies Ahead — Final Round Forecast

Scheffler enters Sunday with a four stroke cushion and all the momentum . A victory would mark his fourth major adding to his two Masters titles 2022 2023 and his 2025 PGA Championship win — and bring him within one of completing the career Grand Slam .

“Unless he stumbles this Claret Jug is Scottie’s to lose” — CBS Sports

Yet as history shows final rounds at The Open can be cruel. Should Scheffler falter Li Fitzpatrick McIlroy or Schauffele could capitalize . With unpredictable weather and Sunday pressure looming fans can expect drama until the final putt .