Shane Lowry turns focus to Bethpage and Ryder Cup after Open frustrations

Shane Lowry was disappointed with his performance overall at The Open but he did finish with a 66. Pic: ©INPHO/Ben Brady
A few days with family beckon now for Shane Lowry after a frustrating Open week that at least finished with a blistering 66. Beyond that lie the end-of-season playoffs and a Ryder Cup in Bethpage that will consume his thoughts from here on in.
“Obviously I would have liked to do better this week, there's no doubt about that,” said the 2019 Open champion at the same Royal Portrush track. “But it is what it is. I tried my best. I gave it everything I could, and it wasn't to be.