Lowry Leads at Open, McIlroy and Thomas Struggle

Shane Lowry leads the 152nd Open Championship at Royal Troon after shooting a 2-under 69 in the second round, bringing his total to 7-under 135. Despite a double bogey on the 11th hole, exacerbated by a confrontation with a cameraman, Lowry recovered with two birdies. He holds a two-shot lead over Justin Rose and Daniel Brown, the latter of whom is making waves in his first major appearance. Brown, ranked 272nd in the world, shot a 1-over 72 to remain in contention. The tournament has seen dramatic performances, including struggles from top players like Rory McIlroy and Justin Thomas. With Lowry aiming for his second Open title, the weekend promises intense competition.