Scheffler Cruises Towards British Open Title Despite Slip-up

Scottie Scheffler is four shots clear heading into Sunday's final round at the British Open (Credit: AFP)

Scottie Scheffler saw an early eight-shot lead cut to five strokes during the final round of the British Open at Royal Portrush on Sunday, but remained on the brink of a first Claret Jug.

The world number one played the outward half in two-under despite a double bogey on the eighth hole, reaching 16-under for the tournament after 11 holes.