British Open 2013 Leaderboard: Top Day 3 Storylines and Live Updates

Heading into the third round of the 2013 Open Championship, Tiger Woods' pursuit of his 15th major title is perhaps the biggest storyline. At the outset of every major this comes up, but with Woods considered a favorite at Muirfield and backing up that status with solid play, the angle is gaining more momentum.

He's just one shot off the lead as play begins on Saturday. You have to like his chances as much as in any major he's played in over the last four years.

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Here's a look at a real-time leaderboard and a few of the other major stories at the tournament.

Can Miguel Angel Jimenez Keep Up His Pace?

The 49-year-old Spaniard holds a one-shot lead over Woods and three others heading into the weekend. Though he's been a professional for 21 years, Jimenez has never won a major.

He tied for second place at the 2000 U.S. Open and tied for third at the 2001 Open Championship, but this is his first realistic opportunity to capture a major in a while.

Jimenez will have to hold off a charge from some of the biggest names in the sport. He has a very tough task ahead of him, but if he can remain poised, he'll at least be a factor on Sunday.

Can Lee Westwood Become the First Englishman to Win the Open Championship in 21 years?

Nick Faldo is the last Englishman to win the Open Championship. He won in 1992 and, coincidentally, the tournament was played at Muirfield that year as well.

Westwood's three-under 68 on Friday brought him within one shot of the lead. He's in great position to equal his countryman's feat if he can remain steady through the weekend.

Westwood has had a solid career, but he too has never won a major, despite ascending to the world No. 1 ranking in 2010. Winning the Open Championship would undoubtedly be the biggest accomplishment of his career.

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