Marc's still in good Nic

Jul 6 2008 By Euan Mclean

DEFIANT Marc Warren insists his game is not in crisis despite switching coaches and finishing last at the European Open.

The World Cup winner was unfazed by two rounds of 81 at the London Club that bombed him out at the cut on 18 over - and reckons he can still win the Barclays Scottish Open this week.

It's been a turbulent time for the Glaswegian who recently parted company with renowned coach Bob Torrance because he felt their partnership was "going nowhere".

Now he has put his faith and his swing in the hands of another Scottish coach, Gary Nicol, and believes the fresh start can pay dividends immediately.

Warren said: "The timing of Loch Lomond is perfect. It's exciting for me.

"I've made big changes and while last week is clearly a hangover from that, the Scottish Open will be the first real tournament with my new coach.

"I'm still thinking far too much about the work we've done when I'm on the course because I'm eager to get it right.

"But looking at the bigger picture this week won't make or break my career so it's a matter of working hard and getting ready for a tournament and course I love.

"I've missed four cuts in a row then won before so there's no reason why I can't do it again at Loch Lomond.

"Yes, I had two high scores last week but my game isn't far way. When I played a practice round with Stephen Gallacher I hit every green and fairway.

"It's just a matter of time before things click into place."

Nicol has already transformed Richard Finch's game as the Englishman enjoyed two wins and three top-10 finishes in 2008.

Now Warren is confident the coach can inspire him to a similar improvement.

He said: "It's nice Gary has other guys doing well as it shows he knows his stuff but that wasn't a factor in my decision.

"I knew his philosophy and he has made my swing more consistent.

"I realise what I have to do to get better and wasn't getting that from Bob so it was time to move on."