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Cameron Young waited and waited some more. Then another British Open slipped from his grasp
By STEVE DOUGLAS, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
SOUTHPORT, England (AP) — Cameron Young was waiting on the range at Royal Birkdale, driver in hand, when a huge roar came that he didn’t want to hear. Just a stone’s throw away on the 18th green, Ryan Fox had holed a 12-foot birdie putt to win the British Open. There’d be no playoff for [...]
Key takeaway Just a stone’s throw away on the 18th green, Ryan Fox had holed a 12-foot birdie putt to win the British Open.
Why this matters in The McAllen
For golf enthusiasts in the McAllen -Edinburg-Mission metro area, Cameron Young's near-miss at the British Open is a poignant reminder that even the most skilled players can fall short of victory. The Rio Grande Valley's own golf community, with its numerous courses and passionate players, can likely relate to the disappointment of coming so close to triumph. As locals follow the careers of professional golfers, they may reflect on the mental and emotional demands of competing at the highest level. The Valley's own young golfers, honing their skills at local courses, can learn from Young's experience and perseverance in the face of adversity. Meanwhile, fans in McAllen and beyond will be watching to see how Young bounces back from this setback, and whether he can use it as motivation to drive his performance in future tournaments.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? SOUTHPORT, England (AP) — Cameron Young was waiting on the range at Royal Birkdale, driver in hand, when a huge roar came that he didn’t want to hear. Just a stone’s throw away on the 18th green, Ryan Fox had holed a 12-foot birdie putt to win the British Open. There’d be no playoff for [...]
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