Just Stop Oil protesters were removed by security on day two of The Open at Royal Liverpool. Reportedly three supporters of the movement attempted to disrupt the Open and they were then taken away at around 12.20pm.
There is footage of American player Billy Horschel helping to detain a protester by the 17th green and there is evidence of the trademark orange smoke on the par-3 green.
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At the start of the week the R&A’s chief executive Martin Slumbers admitted that there had been a threat last year but that there had been no word from anyone ahead of this year.
“We had a very credible threat that was reported to us through a journalist who very kindly and responsibly informed us that one of the most senior players in the field was going to be targeted by an environmental activist. This year we’ve had no direct intelligence. We have significant security procedures in place. We work clearly with the law enforcement agencies, and we’ll wait and see what happens.
“You will have seen that we advised the players, please don’t get involved, and I stand by that. We have enough things in place to be able to deal with it. Beyond that, I think security matters I need to keep confidential.”
In a statement earlier in the week, Chief Superintendent Mark Wiggins of Merseyside Police explained the huge amount of work undertaken in conjunction with The R&A to ensure the event runs smoothly.
“The public should expect to see high visibility policing across the event as we complement and support other security agencies. There are a number of plans and processes in place to deal with any incidents that may arise and to prevent any significant or ongoing disruption to spectators and local residents and businesses,” he said.
“Anti-social behaviour, disorder and criminal activity will not be tolerated, and we will be robust with anyone who behaves in such a manner. Visitors can help the organisers by giving themselves extra time to get to the…
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