Akshay Bhatia is leading the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am following a strong performance in the third round. He holds a two-shot advantage over his competitors after completing the round with a score of 68, bringing his total to 19 under par.
Third Round Highlights
Bhatia started the day tied for the lead at 15 under with Ryo Hisatsune. His remarkable play included six birdies within his first seven holes, extending his lead to as much as five shots at one point. However, as he faced blustery conditions, a bogey at the 17th hole reduced his advantage to two strokes.
Challengers Close Behind
- Collin Morikawa shot an impressive 62, climbing to second place at 17 under par.
- Jake Knapp finished with a round of 66, securing a joint second position alongside Morikawa after finishing with an eagle on the final hole.
- Austrian golfer Sepp Straka also achieved a score of 67, contributing to a three-way tie for second place.
Defending champion Rory McIlroy started the round six shots behind the leader but struggled throughout. He made two birdies in the first three holes but ultimately shot an even-par 72. This performance leaves him trailing by ten shots as the tournament progresses.
Weather Impacts Final Round
With heavy rain and strong winds predicted for Sunday, the tournament organizers have adjusted the start times for the final round. Players will tee off from 07:22 AM to 09:45 AM local time in threesomes off split tees.
As the final round approaches, all eyes will be on Bhatia to see if he can maintain his lead and secure the victory at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
