Shane Lowry Leads British Open as Tiger Woods Misses Cut

Shane Lowry has emerged as the frontrunner in the 152nd British Open at Royal Troon, holding a two-shot lead after the second round. The Irishman, who triumphed at the Open in 2019, overcame a double bogey on the 11th hole to post a two-under-par round of 69, bringing his total to seven under.

Lowry's ascent to the top of the leaderboard was preceded by Englishman Daniel Brown's impressive six-under 65 on Thursday. However, Brown maintained his composure under pressure, carding a steady 72 to remain at five under.

World number one Scottie Scheffler is lurking in fourth place at two under, despite a bogey on the 18th hole. Scheffler, who has already secured six victories this year, including the Masters, is within striking distance of Lowry.

In contrast, Tiger Woods' hopes of adding to his 15 major titles were dashed after two disappointing rounds. The 48-year-old struggled in the blustery conditions, finishing with a two-round score of 156, his worst ever at a British Open.

Rory McIlroy, another pre-tournament favorite, faces an uphill battle to make the weekend after an opening round of 78. The projected cut is currently set at four over.

Scottish Open champion Bob MacIntyre's dreams of a home soil triumph were shattered as he dropped eight shots in his first four holes, leaving him at nine over.

As the tournament progresses, attention will shift to McIlroy's attempt to recover from his disastrous start and Lowry's bid to maintain his lead and secure his second major championship.

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