Scottie Scheffler continued his dominance in golf, delivering a stellar performance at the British Open at Royal Portrush on Saturday. His 4-under 67 put him four shots ahead of Haotong Li and set up a potential career Grand Slam.
Scheffler’s impressive round included an eagle on the par-5 seventh hole, which helped solidify his lead. He also made crucial par saves on the back nine, showcasing his exceptional execution under pressure.
Rory McIlroy finished with a 5-under 66, good enough to put him just six shots behind Scheffler and keep his chances of winning alive. McIlroy praised Scheffler’s consistency, saying he has become “a complete player” who can perform well even when not at his best.
The competition is now in Scheffler’s hands as he looks to win his second major of the year and join a select group of golfers who have achieved multiple majors by four or more strokes.
Scheffler will be paired with Li in the final group on Sunday, providing an intriguing matchup between two top players. With his impressive lead, Scheffler is well-positioned to claim another victory and further solidify his position as one of the world’s best golfers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/45777021/scottie-scheffler-builds-4-shot-lead-open-championship