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Haas on a major leaderboard, even if he's not in contention (The Associated Press)

TROON, Scotland (AP) -- Even with six PGA Tour victories, Bill Haas knew his record in the majors was lacking.

He had never contended. He never even had a top 10.

Hass finally put together three solid rounds at Royal Troon, including a 2-under 69 on Saturday, and was in third place going into the final round of the British Open.

Just his luck, he picked a major where Henrik Stenson and Phil Mickelson have turned it into a two-man race.

Stenson had a one-shot lead over Mickelson, with a five-shot gap until Haas.