Watson living in moment

The British Open obviously agrees with Tom Watson.

The 59-year-old has won eight majors, including five British Opens, and just when he started floudering in the second round Friday, Watson found his magic and rolled in a pair of long birdie putts on the back nine to remain atop the leaderboard.

It's always more interesting when Tiger Woods is in the hunt, but Watson's contention -- especially if it lasts deep into Sunday -- is an even better story.