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The Latest: Rains Returns to Old Course During 3rd Round

ST. ANDREWS, Scotland — The Latest from the 144th British Open on the Old Course at St. Andrews (all times local):

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12:45 p.m.

The weather has suddenly turned in the British Open.

Heavy rains are pounding the Old Course, prompting the players to hurriedly break out their umbrellas and weatherproof gear.

More showers are predicted late in the afternoon Sunday, which could make things a bit tougher for leader Dustin Johnson. He tees off at 3 p.m. with a one-shot lead over Danny Willett.

Of course, the tournament already has been plagued by inclement weather.