Harrington beams in hot 66

FIVE days after undergoing laser eye surgery, Pádraig Harrington returned to form yesterday and gave Europe's Ryder Cup side another boost.

Following wins for Miguel Angel Jimenez and Luke Donald the last two weeks, Harrington began the Linde German Masters with a six under par 66 to lead by one from Alex Cejka.

"Terrific," said captain Bernhard Langer.