Shane Lowry has taken control of the 152nd British Open at Royal Troon, shooting a 2-under 69 in the second round for a total of 7-under par. The 2019 Open champion now holds a two-shot lead over Justin Rose and Daniel Brown heading into the weekend. Lowry’s performance was particularly impressive given the challenging conditions, with strong winds reaching up to 40 km/h making play difficult for many golfers.’I’m very happy with the day. Leading this tournament after two days is why you come here, it’s why we’re here,’ Lowry said after his round. ‘The work tomorrow is to try to put myself in a position to win this tournament on Sunday, and that’s what I’ll try to do’.While Lowry flourished, many top players struggled with the demanding conditions. Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and Bryson DeChambeau were among those who missed the cut, which was set at +6 above par. Woods finished at a disappointing +14, while McIlroy, who hasn’t won a major in ten years, ended at +11.World number one Scottie Scheffler remains in contention, sitting in fourth place at 2-under par, five shots behind Lowry. Other notable players still in the hunt include USPGA Championship winner Xander Schauffele at 1-under par.The tournament has been characterized by its challenging conditions, with many players struggling to maintain consistency. Tony Finau, for instance, had a particularly tough day, making a triple and a quadruple bogey on consecutive holes. Despite these challenges, the stage is set for an exciting weekend of golf as Lowry looks to fend off his challengers and claim his second Open Championship title.
Key points
- Shane Lowry leads the British Open at 7-under par after two rounds.
- Many top players, including Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, missed the cut due to challenging wind conditions.
- Scottie Scheffler remains in contention, five shots behind Lowry.
Contradictions👾There is a slight discrepancy in reporting Scottie Scheffler’s position.
Some sources state he is in fourth place, while others simply mention he is five shots behind without specifying his rank.
