Allan Harrison playing the Senior Men's County Champion of Champions 2023, Woodhall Spa Golf Club. (Nick Butcher via SWNS)
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An amateur golfer has set what is believed to be a new record by firing seven consecutive birdies — and eight in nine holes.
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Allan Harrison hit eight birdies in his last nine holes. (Nick Butcher via SWNS)
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The birdie avalanche began after Allan found himself 4-over after the front nine and pulled the game back on the 10th tee. (Nick Butcher via SWNS)
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