Jackson Suber, a 26-year-old golfer with no prior major championship experience, stunned the field by capturing the solo lead after a remarkable 5-under 65 in the first round of the British Open at Royal Birkdale.His performance, which included an eagle at the 17th hole, positioned him at -5, one shot ahead of Sungjae Im and Dan Brown.

Suber's breakthrough comes after a string of strong finishes in recent tournaments, including T4 at the Canadian Open and fourth at the Byron Nelson.

Meanwhile, Bryson DeChambeau rebounded from criticism about his links golf skills by posting a solid 67, while defending champion Scottie Scheffler finished at -2.Rory McIlroy struggled with a 2-over 72, falling behind the cut line.The tournament's leaderboard showcases a mix of seasoned pros and rising talents, with Suber's unexpected dominance making headlines.His victory in the first round marks a significant milestone for a player who had never competed in a major championship before this week.