Els aces in stunning start to British Open

Ernie Els bagged a hole-in-one in a stunning start to the British Open championships at Royal Troon today.

Thu, 15 Jul, 2004 - 14:18

Ernie Els bagged a hole-in-one in a stunning start to the British Open championships at Royal Troon today.

Things have not been so good for Padraig Harrington, however, as he lies four over after 13 holes.

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