'I could pitch a tent' - Last Chance Qualifier winner Dean on hunt for Open housing

BBC Sport Monday 13 July 2026, 13:48 UTC 1 min read

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Joe Dean jokes he may have to camp by the practice putting green after winning The Open's inaugural Last Chance Qualifier at Royal Birkdale.

Dean (PERSON) Joe Dean (PERSON) Royal Birkdale (ORG)

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