Welshman Donaldson Wins in Thailand to Secure Open Berth

(Reuters) - Welshman Jamie Donaldson completed a memorable debut at the Thailand Golf Championship on Sunday, winning the Asian Tour event with a three-shot victory which also earned him a place in next year's Open.

The 40-year-old, who had fired a 63 in the first round, signed off with a strong seven-under-par 65 for a winning total of 21 under at the Amata Spring Country Club.

Englishman Lee Westwood and 23-year-old French talent Clement Sordet, who was playing on a sponsor's invite, shared second place at 18-under 270.

Thai teenager Phachara Khongwatmai was the fourth player in the field to secure a place in the 145th Open at Royal Troon from July 14 after the 16-year-old carded 66 to be…