Henrik Stenson Shines at The Open with Near Hole-in-One
Henrik Stenson impresses at The Open with nearly achieving a hole-in-one and a score of 69.
Key Points
- • Stenson came centimeters from a hole-in-one on the sixth hole at The Open.
- • He recorded two birdies and one eagle and finished with a score of 69.
- • Despite a strong performance, he is trailing the leaders significantly.
- • Sebastian Söderberg struggled with a score of 75, putting him at five over par.
At The Open, Swedish golfer Henrik Stenson delivered an impressive performance, nearly achieving a hole-in-one during his round, which captivated the audience. Coming agonizingly close on the sixth hole, he was just centimeters away from the cup. "It was as if the crowd did the wave; everyone wanted to see if it went in," remarked Stenson, reflecting on the electric atmosphere as fans awaited the outcome.
During the first nine holes of his round, Stenson showcased his golfing prowess with two birdies and an eagle, ultimately finishing with a score of 69. Despite his strong showing, he finds himself trailing the leaders considerably. In his career, Stenson has recorded five holes-in-one, with his last occurrence in 2019. "I don't think I've made a hole-in-one since the one at Hills in 2019. It was close again today," he noted with a hint of nostalgia.
In contrast, fellow Swedish golfer Sebastian Söderberg had a disappointing round, finishing with a score of 75, which puts him at five over par for the tournament. Overall, Stenson's day at The Open exemplifies his continued skill and the support he garners from fans, despite the competitive landscape of the tournament.