Shubhankar Sharma's Resilience Shines at The Open

Indian golfer Shubhankar Sharma exhibited his resilience during the 152nd Open, finishing the second round at 6-over. Struggling at 7-over, crucial birdies on the 15th and 16th helped him stay in contention. Shane Lowry leads, with legends like Tiger Woods making early exits.

Indian golfer Shubhankar Sharma showcased his fighting spirit at the 152nd Open on Friday, hanging by a thread with crucial birdies on the 15th and 16th holes during the second round.

Sharma concluded the round 1-over 72, placing him 6-over for the tournament so far. Despite bogeys on the seventh and ninth holes pushing him to 7-over, and the cut expected around 5-over or 6-over, Sharma's late-round efforts kept him in the running. With birdies on the 15th and 16th, followed by a bogey on the 17th, he maintains hope in the grueling competition.

Other tournament highlights included Shane Lowry moving into pole position at 7-under, while Tiger Woods and other notable names faced early exits. The leaders and cut-offs remain highly competitive as the event progresses into the weekend.

(With inputs from agencies.)