Golf-British Open gets under way at Troon

Golf - The 152nd Open Championship - Royal Troon Golf Club, Troon, Scotland, Britain - July 18, 2024 Justin Leonard of the U.S. hits the opening tee shot in the 152nd Open Championship during the first round REUTERS/Jason Cairnduff

TROON, Scotland (Reuters) - American Justin Leonard struck the opening tee shot as the 152nd British Open started in slightly overcast conditions at Royal Troon on Thursday.

Leonard, the 1997 Open winner, was playing with compatriot Todd Hamilton, 2004 champion at the Scottish links course, and Briton Jack McDonald.