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Lowry fires 67 with 'new' putter

WASHINGTON: Ireland's Shane Lowry, the 2019 British Open champion, surprised shoppers at a golf store after accidentally breaking his putter during the PGA CJ Cup.

Using his newly purchased putter, Lowry fired a four-under par 67 on Friday (Saturday in Manila) to stand on seven-under 135, four off the lead after 36 holes at Congaree Golf Club at Ridgeland, South Carolina.

Ireland’s Shane Lowry poses with the trophy after his victory on the final day of the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth Golf Club, London on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022 (September 12 in Manila). AFP PHOTO