6'8" Amateur Christo Lamprecht Takes Early Lead at The Open Championship

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6'8" Amateur Christo Lamprecht Takes Early Lead at The Open Championship
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Amateur golfer Christo Lamprecht, a 22-year-old South African and student at Georgia Tech, took the lead in the first round of the 151st Open Championship with a 5-under 66, holding a 2-stroke lead over former Yellow Jacket Stewart Cink. Standing at 6 feet, 8 inches, Lamprecht is believed to be the tallest player to ever compete in The Open. Despite his success, Lamprecht plans to return for his senior season at Georgia Tech and remains confident in his abilities.

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