Golf: Yamashita leads by a shot after Women's British Open 3rd round
After shooting 68 and 65 in the first two rounds through Friday at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club in Wales, Yamashita could only manage a 2-over 74, with two birdies and four bogeys, but stayed on course for her first win on the U.S. LPGA Tour or in a major at 9-under 207.
"I was able to channel my nervous energy, but my shots were wayward in the strong wind and I struggled on the green too," Yamashita said on her 24th birthday.
"I'll concentrate on the shot right in front of me (in the final round)."
Kim A Lim of South Korea is second and Andrea Lee of the United States is another shot back in third, while Thursday co-leader Takeda and Katsu are in a four-way tie for fourth.
Takeda began the day in second but also struggled to a 74 after carding three birdies and five bogeys.
"The wind was blowing from the opening hole and it felt like a day to persevere," said the 22-year-old, who has two wins on the tour. "It was wasteful that I missed par putts on the back nine. I hope to adjust tomorrow."
Katsu tied the best round of the tournament, a 65, with an eagle, seven birdies and two bogeys.
"Today, I was swinging really confidently. It was a day I had a good feeling," said the 27-year-old who is also seeking her first win on the tour. "There were many birdies that I carved out. I am proud of myself."
Mao Saigo is 11th at 3-under and Chisato Iwai is a shot back in 18th.
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