Scheffler played bogey-free on Saturday, has only one bogey in his past two rounds and three all week. He does not — and will not — back up.

Scottie Scheffler kept a cool hand on the tiller to stay on course for his first British Open title with a serene 67 on a spectacular day of shot-making in Saturday's third round.Birdies and eagles rained down on a sun-kissed Royal Portrush links with home favourite Rory McIlroy,

Home favourite Rory McIlroy birdied three of his first holes to begin a third-round charge in perfect scoring conditions at the British Open on Saturday.The 36-year-old began the day on three under par after two up-and-down rounds,

Scottie Scheffler successfully navigated the adverse weather conditions to post an excellent first round at the Open Championship.

The top two golfers in the world are firmly in contention at The Open with Scheffler out in front entering another major championship weekend