McDowell wary of Scottish success

GRAEME McDOWELL is in no doubt a successful defence of his Barclays Scottish Open title at Loch Lomond this week will hurt his chances for the Open at Turnberry.

A year ago the Ulsterman went from one to the other and led after the opening round at Birkdale, but ended up in a tie for 19th.

“There’s no way round it, this is not ideal preparation,” said McDowell.