On July 11th, 2025, Round 1 of the Genesis Scottish Open concluded with a four-way tie for the lead, while local heroes Calum Hill and Robert MacIntyre positioned themselves firmly in the hunt.
A TANGLE AT THE TOP
- A quartet of leaders sits atop the leaderboard at six-under, highlighted by Victor Perez's blistering finish where he birdied four of his last five holes and Jake Knapp's links practice at North Berwick paying immediate dividends.
- Stat: Perez closed with birdies on four of his final five holes to grab a share of the lead.
- Fun Fact: American Jake Knapp credited his sharp play to getting extra links reps in at nearby North Berwick before the tournament began.
HOMETOWN HEROES
- The home crowd has plenty to cheer for as Calum Hill fired a bogey-free 65 to sit one shot back, while defending champion Robert MacIntyre posted a solid two-under, embracing the immense pressure and support.
- Quote: Calum Hill on his wife's advice: "She just said 'this is just another event'... just go and enjoy it more."
- Human Angle: The support for MacIntyre was so strong that World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler admitted he was the clear "crowd favourite" in their group.
BIG GUNS LURKING
- The game's biggest names are in striking distance. Rory McIlroy salvaged his round with three straight birdies to finish, while Scottie Scheffler sits at three-under and Viktor Hovland is just two shots back after a brilliant 66.
- Quote: Scottie Scheffler on playing with MacIntyre: "I feel like I learned some stuff from him out there today."
- Human Angle: Viktor Hovland's round was defined by a massive 50-foot birdie putt that left even him shaking his head in disbelief.
Quick Hits
Marcel Siem's new diet • Harris English's caddie visa trouble • Rikuya Hoshino's mid-round WD
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