Li relishes his prospects at St Andrews

St andrews: China’s Li Haotong hopes to maintain his career renaissance at the 150th British Open at St Andrews this week after pulling himself out of the depths of despair which nearly forced him out of the game.

The 26-year-old will make his fifth appearance in the world’s oldest major which has provided some of his fondest memories thanks to an outstanding third place finish at Birkdale in 2017.

With his confidence soaring once more following a third victory of his career on the DP World Tour last month, he cannot wait to tee up alongside the world’s best.

“I am very excited and fortunate to play in the Open,” said Li, who fired a final round 63 at Birkdale for his best result yet in a major championship.

“I’m quite familiar and enjoy the atmosphere of the Open and I’m looking forward to a good result.”

Three weeks ago, Li snapped a lean spell by winning the…