The 42 year-old Ulsterman is enjoying success in spite of a barren run of form which has seen his ranking plummet to 111th in the world. He has shown experience and composure throughout, whilst the world's top two, Luke Donald and Lee Westwood, failed to make to cut on Friday and pre-tournament favourite Rory Mcilroy has failed to make an impact.
However, it will not be easy as 22-year-old American Rickie Fowler, a near novice in Links golf, has shown that age is just a number with a series of impressive rounds to leave him in contention on the final day. Also, world number six, Phil Mickleson will be in determined mood as he bids to become a 'complete player' in his opinion, by finally winning on a Links course, and if he finds some momentum early on, he will become a serious contender.
Despite the poor performances of the English contenders, there has been some success for the home fans to cheer in the form of 18-year-old Tom Lewis. The young hertfordshireman, named after veteran Tom Watson, is in a strong position to win the coveted silver medal to accredit being the best scoring amateur in the competition.
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