The defending champion Scheffler made an impressive birdie on the 5th hole, driving greenside and sinking a four-foot putt to move to seven under par. Meanwhile, Tommy Fleetwood's tee shot found trouble in thick grass on a bank to the left of the fairway. macnevers-and-co.beer
Final matches are running behind schedule due to a rules controversy in an earlier match. As the day progresses, players are expected to face both strengthening winds and mounting pressure on the challenging Royal Birkdale course.
