IRVINE, Scotland -- Lee Westwood had rounds of 70-67 at Dundonald Links to earn his way into The Open, his first major since the former world No. 1 joined Saudi-funded LIV Golf three years ago.
Westwood was among 20 players who earned their places at Royal Portrush through Final Regional Qualifying, held over four courses in England and Scotland, each awarding five spots. He was among three LIV players from the 15 who showed up for qualifiers.
Westwood, a 52-year-old from England with 25 titles on the European tour and three Order of Merit titles, led the five qualifiers at Dundonald at 7-under 137.