INVERNESS, Scotland — Storms and heavy rain brought an early end to the second days play at the Scottish Open on Friday, with former U.S. Open champion Graeme McDowell in a three-way share of the lead.
Organizers abandoned play at 6.53 p.m. local time, shortly after the afternoon starters had been forced in for a second time after an earlier stoppage of more than two hours. The second round will resume early Saturday.
McDowell shot an 8-under 64 in perfect, still conditions in the morning, leaving him level with Scottish pair Scott Jamieson and Peter Whiteford on 11 under par.
Spains Jose Manuel Lara (66) was a shot behind the leaders, while Argentinas Angel Cabrera, Belgiums Nicolas Colsaerts (66) and Lawrie were on 9 under.