McDowell's late monster putt helps him remain in touch; Lowry lead Irish as McIlroy struggles

Shane Lowry is ready to rumble after his 68 but Rory McIlroy confessed that he may need to shoot 66 at a drying Oakmont today to avoid a disappointing US Open KO.

As Graeme McDowell three putted the last for a two over 72 but then came out in the afternoon and holed a 60 footer for birdie on his final hole for a 71 and a three over total , McIlroy had 34 putts and missed nine of 14 fairways in a seven over 77.