Daniel Brown claims 1-shot lead after opening round of British Open in his major debut

Daniel Brown had a major championship debut he won't soon forget. He birdied two of the last three holes Thursday in the British Open, giving him a 6-under 65 with just enough spectators still left in the twilight of Royal Troon to celebrate with him.

Daniel Brown claims 1-shot lead after opening round of British Open in his major debut
A men's golfer watches his iron shot.

Daniel Brown had a major championship debut he won't soon forget. He birdied two of the last three holes Thursday in the British Open, giving him a 6-under 65 with just enough spectators still left in the twilight of Royal Troon to celebrate with him.