The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in St. Andrews, Scotland presents a unique challenge to golf writers due to the multiple courses involved in the tournament. With players split between St. Andrews, Kingsbarns, and Carnoustie, it’s impossible to cover all the action in one go. Scottish golfer David Law, however, is right where he wants to be, in contention heading into the weekend with a share of third place.
Law’s strong performance at the Spanish Open last week has given him a much-needed boost in confidence. Ranked 141st on the DP World Tour rankings, he is desperate for a top finish to secure his spot for next year. With just nine cuts made out of 24 events this season, Law is looking to turn things around and build on his recent success.
After a solid 64 at Kingsbarns, Law continued his strong play with a bogey-free round at the Old Course. Starting on the 10th, he quickly reeled off three birdies in a row to solidify his position near the top of the leaderboard. Law is determined to maintain a positive attitude and focus on finishing as high up as possible in the tournament.
Meanwhile, the co-leaders, Nicolas Colsaerts and Cameron John, have also put themselves in a good position after two rounds. Colsaerts, a former Ryder Cup player, surged to the top with a best-of-the-day 65 at Carnoustie. John, a relatively unknown player on the DP World Tour, showed his talent with a six-birdie performance at the Old Course to stay tied for the lead.
Other notable performances include Fife’s Connor Syme, who continued to play well with a 67 for 10-under, and Rory McIlroy, who sits at six-under after a solid 69 at Kingsbarns. However, some players like Scott Jamieson struggled, with Jamieson leaking shots during his round at the Road Hole.
Overall, the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship continues to provide exciting and unpredictable moments for players and fans alike. With some unexpected leaders at the halfway point, including Belgian Colsaerts and Australian John, the tournament remains wide open as players look to secure their spot for next year and make a push for the title. Law’s resurgence and the strong performances from other players promise an exciting finish to the tournament in the historic setting of St. Andrews.
