Lyle seeks miracle on Masters pilgrimage

SANDY LYLE is focusing all his efforts on an unlikely Masters triumph after recovering from a recent cancer scare.

The 47-year-old Scot, who won the Augusta event in 1988, had a cancerous growth removed from his left arm and is now hoping to emulate the great Jack Nicklaus and claim a Major triumph in his mid-40s.

‘The Golden Bear’ won the 1986 Masters at the age of 46 and Lyle is targeting a glorious success when the event starts on Thursday.