Weather could disrupt The Open and play a major factor in the chances of the players and, ultimately, who picks up the Claret Jug in the final men’s major of the year at Royal Portrush.
Links golf traditionally offers a tough test with the elements likely to provide a stern examination of the best golfers in the world, with Rory McIlroy well positioned after the second round to add the Claret Jug to his Green Jacket after completing the grand slam at the Masters earlier this year. Though Scottie Scheffler is the hot favourite, with a one shot lead to Matt Fitzpatrick.
