MJ Daffue heads into the final day of the US$300,000 DP World PGTI Open with a four-stroke lead after a strong performance on Saturday at Classic Golf & Country Club. The South African golfer, who was tied for the lead with Rashid Khan at the start of the third round, showcased his skill by carding six birdies and a bogey to reach 16 under par for the tournament. Play was interrupted due to fog and darkness with six holes remaining in Daffue’s round.
Daffue expressed satisfaction with his performance, mentioning a slow start but finding momentum as the round progressed. He highlighted his ability to make good decisions and bounce back from setbacks, emphasizing his goal to secure a second victory early in the season. Looking ahead to the final day, Daffue remains focused on conquering the remaining holes and aiming for the tournament win.
In the standings, Rashid Khan of India finished the day tied with three other players at 14 under par, including Adam Wallin, Lukas Nemecz, and Aron Zemmer. Saptak Talwar is one stroke behind this group in sixth place. Among the top 10 players are two other Indians, Ravi Kumar and Yuvraj Sandhu, both positioned at 11-under. The third round will resume on Sunday morning, with the final round set to begin shortly after.
