The controversy over Tiger Woods’ incorrect drop shot at last month’s Masters intensified when the unnamed “TV viewer” who phoned tournament organisers to flag the discrepancy was revealed as David Eger, one of the most respected rules officials in the game.

Allen Doyle overcame a nine-shot deficit to fire an eight-under-par 63 and clinch the US Senior Open.

Gusty winds got the best of every player at the Legends of Golf except Irishman Des Smyth.

AMERICA’S Tom Watson revived memories of his famous Duel in the Sun when he closed with a six-under-par 64 and then defeated England’s Carl Mason on the second hole of a sudden-death play-off at the Senior British Open at Turnberry.

Gary Wolstenholme and Steven O'Hara gave Ireland and Britain a confidence-boosting start to their defence of the Walker Cup in Georgia.