Karlsson’s masterclass leaves Alker chasing

Kiwi pro Steven Alker (68) trailed Sweden’s Robert Karlsson (62) in the latest seniors US tour event in South Dakota yesterday. Karlsson fired eight birdies while Ireland’s Padraig Harrington (66), who is second to Alker on the season standings, kept up his strong form. USA and LIV rebel tour star Dustin Johnson (63) ran in nine birdies in Illinois, with Aussie’s British Open champion Cameron Smith (66) second.