Lowry, from Ireland, shot a second-round low 65 to move into second place. He also had praise for the Eagles legend.

Keith Mitchell has maintained his lead. Shane Lowry had the round of the day. And defending champ Rory McIlroy is within striking distance.

Keith Mitchell followed a career-best round with a 3-under 67 Friday and maintained a one-shot lead after two rounds of the Truist Championship. Mitchell, who led the way with a 61 on Thursday, offset two bogeys with five birdies,