Irish golfer Shane Lowry showed resilience and skill during the second round of the 152nd Open Championship at Royal Troon. Despite a setback on the 11th hole, where he took a double bogey, Lowry finished strong with birdies on two of his final three holes. His 2-under-par 69 put him in the lead at 7-under 135 heading into the weekend.
Lowry’s closest competitor is Daniel Brown of England, who sits two shots behind at 5 under. Lowry acknowledged the challenges that lie ahead, knowing that maintaining his lead will require focus and determination, especially considering the unpredictable conditions of the course.
Justin Rose of England is currently in third place at 3 under, with world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler tied for fourth at 2 under alongside Billy Horschel and Dean Burmester. The leaderboard is shaping up to be competitive as the tournament progresses.
Several other notable players, including Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, and Bryson DeChambeau, teed off in the afternoon wave. However, some players, like Justin Thomas, struggled during the second round, affecting their chances of contending for the title.
Veteran golfer Tiger Woods, on the other hand, faced disappointment as he missed the cut for the third consecutive major tournament. Woods finished with a 6-over 77 in the second round, ending at 14 over for the tournament.
As the competition heats up at Royal Troon, fans can expect an exciting weekend of golf as the players battle for the coveted Open Championship title. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from the tournament as it unfolds.