Tiger roars again to recall old times

CARNOUSTIE, Scotland - Tiger Woods might have had to watch playing partner Francesco Molinari lift the claret jug after winning the British Open, but all his rivals will have taken note of the American's return to form.

The 42-year-old legend - beset by personal problems and back issues for most of the past decade after once dominating the sport - threatened a stunning victory at Carnoustie when, halfway through Sunday's final round, he led while most of his rivals were shedding shots.

However, it proved to be a false dawn as three dropped shots in two holes saw him fall behind and in the end the 14-time major winner was being consoled by his two children.