McDowell ‘recharging batteries’ ahead of push for second major

US OPEN champion Graeme McDowell is gearing up for a shot at winning his second major in two months, bidding to become European number one and making another Ryder Cup appearance – but he needs a break first.

The Northern Irishman, who turns 31 in just under two weeks, has spent plenty of time enjoying his surprise win at Pebble Beach in June.

He admitted it had not been the best preparation for last week’s Open but, after finishing in a share of 23rd at St Andrews, alongside off-form 14-time major winner Tiger Woods, he plans to draw a line under his celebrations.