Tony Finau's decision to get out of the States to become an international player is turning out to be a good one particularly after he birdied his last three holes in the third round to take a three-shot lead into the final day of the WGC-HSBC Champions.
The American started Saturday with that advantage before defending champion Justin Rose (70)reeled him in and moved two ahead with two to play on a dramatic day at Sheshan International Golf Club.
But while Finau completed his big finish to get to -13, Englishman Rose dropped three shots on the final two holes to sit three off the lead alongside American duo Patrick Reed (70) and Xander Schauffele (69).
Reigning Race to Dubai champion Tommy Fleetwood (72) is five shots off the lead alongside America's Andrew Putnam (67).
Finau's round of 70 put him in pole position to claim his first European Tour win at just the 20th attempt but the chasing pack have plenty to play for in Shanghai
Adam Hadwin has shot 74 68 74 E T26th.
The American started Saturday with that advantage before defending champion Justin Rose (70)reeled him in and moved two ahead with two to play on a dramatic day at Sheshan International Golf Club.
But while Finau completed his big finish to get to -13, Englishman Rose dropped three shots on the final two holes to sit three off the lead alongside American duo Patrick Reed (70) and Xander Schauffele (69).
Reigning Race to Dubai champion Tommy Fleetwood (72) is five shots off the lead alongside America's Andrew Putnam (67).
Finau's round of 70 put him in pole position to claim his first European Tour win at just the 20th attempt but the chasing pack have plenty to play for in Shanghai
"It was great to birdie the last three. It's always a nice way to finish no matter what position you're in. I didn't have a lot going my way for the first half of the day and Rosey was making his run. I was just really pleased I was able to finish that way and get some momentum going into tomorrow"
A win for Rose could move him back to the top of the Official World Golf Ranking, while a Reed victory could put him top of the Race to Dubai Rankings presented by Rolex. Fleetwood could also move to the top of the Race to Dubai standings, while Schauffele and Putnam are both still seeking their first European Tour wins
Adam Hadwin has shot 74 68 74 E T26th.
Bryan Angus
(europeantour.com)
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