Erik Van Rooyen shots 67 to grab early lead at Carnoustie
Erik Van Rooyen enjoyed his first round at a British Open, except for the final hole.
The 28-year-old South African went out in the second group and has set the clubhouse target after a 4-under 67.
The only shot the Open rookie dropped came at the last after he found a bunker with his drive.
Van Rooyen has recent form on the links: He was the 54-hole leader at the Irish Open two weeks ago and finished tied for fourth.
Sandy Lyle, who hit the first shot of this 147th British Open, finished bogey-bogey for a 75.
The wind remains light, but is forecast to pick up in the afternoon.