Scottie Scheffler shot a 7-under 64 in the second round of The Open at Royal Portrush, taking a one-shot lead over Matt Fitzpatrick. Fitzpatrick, despite a strong start, finished with a 66. Brian Harman is two shots back after a bogey-free 64, tied with Li Haotong. Rory McIlroy, despite a 69, trails Scheffler by seven shots. Scheffler's consistent performance and impressive putting impressed, while Fitzpatrick highlighted the pressure on Scheffler to win. The weather, while unpredictable, remained manageable, resulting in lower scoring.

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