furyk hails peerless tiger

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Jim Furyk saluted fellow American Tiger Woods who retained his Open title at Hoylake.

The Ryder Cup hopeful finished fourth, behind Chris DiMarco and Ernie Els, despite making a dreadful start.

Furyk, 36, said: "Tiger knew he needed some rounds after taking a break to get comfortable again. He certainly looked comfortable today.

"Chris got back within one shot then Tiger gets three birdies in a row. It is tough for everyone when he does that."

Furyk bogeyed the first two holes but finished with a 71 and a total of 276, 12 under par.

He said: "I am proud of the way I came back. I played well this week and got some Ryder Cup points."