Tokyo: Indian Golfer Anirban Lahiri saved his third round with Birdie late and an eagle for three cards under 68 at the Olympics but it might not be enough to give him the opportunity to run.
Lahiri, who returned this morning to complete the second half, had Bogey in one of the two holes left for a 1-more than 72 round, which placed it T-24 at that stage.
He ended Tied-28 after the third round with a total of 6-below 207.
Udayan Mane Carded A 70 for part of the 55th place in 2-more than 215 as the third round was equipped with the start and 10th tee.
The leader after the second round was Xander Schauffele (US), had a 54-hole lead after photographing 3-below 68 today to move to 14-under overall.
Host Japan was within reach of medals after Masters champion Hidki Matsuyama (67) moved to second place, stroke behind Schauffele.
Frustrated Lahiri said, “This is a 36 holes disappointing.
I have a good final result for me, but I am very disappointed, and except the miracle, it would be difficult for me to ride the podium tomorrow.” “I felt I was playing well and the first half began well but my second round, I rather lost my momentum and never got it back.
This course is very gettable but I haven’t played near my game last day and half.” This week’s weather disruption is added with heat and moisture in Kasumigaseki has made it challenging for many golfers, including Lahiri.
“It’s very hot.
For people who have to go back this morning to finish their rounds and those here until late at night, I’ve included, it’s enough to sweep energy.” You need to make Birdie get the energy.
I will rest and return tomorrow and maybe try to shoot 59, “he said.
To the third round, starting from the 10th, Lahiri has Birdie and Bogey in the first 15 holes and then the seventh birdied.
And eagled the eighth for 3-below 68 which made it Six shots outside the podium finish potential in the eastern course of the country of Country Kasumigaseki.
He stood at 6-below 207 and T-28 13-below 200 and was looking for gold about three months after a historic master tournament victory that made him a top champion His country.
Paul Casey (United Kingdom) and Carlos Ortiz (Mexico) are tied for third on 12-under.
Lahiri landed the eagle late, but would need a miracle for a medal in Tokyo
