Thailand’s Jazz Janewattananond believes he still has the game to compete at the highest level despite missing the cut for the second time at The 148th Open on Friday.

The current Asian Tour Order of Merit leader arrived at Royal Portrush on the back of a rich vein of form. 

After winning twice at the National Opens of Singapore and Korea this year, the Thai also enjoyed a commendable tied-14 place at the PGA Championship in May, which was also the best result by a Thai at that Major.

However, he struggled to find that winning form under the testing conditions at the Antrim Coast, signing for an opening three-over-par 74 before following up with a 73. 

“I was looking to mount a serious charge when I stepped up to the tee this morning but if you want to do that, you got to putt well, which I didn’t manage to do. 

“I still need to make lots of improvements to become a world class player but I believe I still have a chance to be up there,” said Jazz.

Jazz’s two-day total of five-over-par 147 meant he would not feature in the weekend rounds as the projected cut is likely to be set at one-over-par.

“It has been a good learning experience. I have made it to The Open twice already and I’ve learnt a lot about myself and my game. 

“I got better with my driving this year but my short game is still not quite there yet. Hopefully I can come back here stronger and play better next year,” said Jazz. 

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