Lowry sets new course record to lead The Open by 4

GLYN KIRK / AFP

Reigning Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship winner Shane Lowry is in the lead going into the final round of the Open Championship.

The Irishman set a new course record at Royal Portrush to open up a four shot lead over Tommy Fleetwood.

Meanwhile America's JB Holmes is six shots behind Lowry.

Lowry and Fleetwood, who are both looking to win their first major titles, get their final round underway at 4:47 pm UAE time.

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