Scottish golfer David Drysdale insists he's thriving without any pressure on his shoulders after continuing his hot streak at the French Open.

The 34 year-old continued recovered from a poor start where he was three over par to finish the first day four under carding 67, five shots by overnight leader Martin Kaymer.

And after securing his tour card for 2010, Drysdale believes he is playing at the peak of his powers.

He said: "I am certainly more relaxed compared to the positions I have found myself in before, knowing that my card for next season is secure.

"I feel as though I can chill out on the golf course, and I am finding I am more patient because it's the first time in my career that I have managed to wrap-up my card so early in a season.

"So you're now seeing the real David Drysdale out there on the golf course as it's definitely been a huge weight off my shoulders.

"When I play at home with family and friends, I'm very relaxed and there's no reason why I can't take that out into tournament play. Now I do feel nice and relaxed and I am more patient on the course."