Friday, July 8, 2011

McDowell leads with 64, storms halt Scottish Open

INVERNESS, Scotland (AP) — Storms brought an early end to the second round at the Scottish Open on Friday, with former U.S. Open champion Graeme McDowell in a three-way share of the lead. McDowell shot an 8-under 64 in perfect conditions in the morning. He's tied with Scottish pair Scott Jamieson and Peter Whiteford, who had 66s, at 11-under 133. Spain's Jose Manuel Lara (66) was a shot behind the leaders, while Argentina's Angel Cabrera, Belgium's Nicolas Colsaerts (66) and Lawrie were two strokes back. Phil Mickelson shot a 67, seven strokes behind the leaders. He should just make the cut. Organizers abandoned play shortly after the afternoon starters were forced inside for a second time after an earlier stoppage of more than two hours. The second round will resume Saturday.