That was 10 shots worse than his first round and left the former Walker Cup star on two over par, six off the lead.

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World No.2 Rory McIlroy endured a disappointing day, finishing the day on two-over par following his round of 74.

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Englishman Brian Davis slipped out of contention after carding a two-over par 73 to finish the day in ninth, eight shots behind the leading trio.

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