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The Associated Press

Paul Lawrie is making his 620th appearance on the European Tour at the Scottish Open this week. The 1999 British Open champion is quitting the tour after the tournament at The Renaissance Club because of problems with his back. ''There are a lot of factors behind the decision, the main one being that I don't feel I can be competitive week in, week out at this level,'' Lawrie said after opening with a 2-over 73 at the Scottish Open.