Multiple outlets report that golfer Dan Brown, who smokes cigarettes, posts another strong first-round performance at the British Open. Both accounts describe Brown’s early form as encouraging, with his first-round score placing him near the top of the leaderboard. One outlet cites Brown’s own comments about his smoking during the round, saying he goes through “seven or eight” cigarettes while playing. Another account similarly references his use of cigarettes in connection with his performance and includes the quote “Sorry, Mum,” which is presented as part of Brown’s remarks about his smoking habit. The coverage frames the smoking as a notable personal detail in a sport where smoking is uncommon, while the competitive result is presented as the main development of the day. Across the sources, the core points are that Brown remains in contention after the first round and that he continues to smoke during play, including during this British Open event.