Pal's pain puts things in perspective for Sergio

A life-threatening illness to a friend has put golf into perspective for Sergio Garcia. Still waiting for his first major title after finishing joint third in the US Open – his ninth top 10 placing – Garcia spoke afterwards about his changed attitude.

“I have a friend that is only 24 and he’s got lung cancer,” said the 25-year-old Spaniard. “To see those things really wakes you up.