Share

Wallace closes in Portugal Open title

Lisbon - England's Matt Wallace remained on course to claim a first European Tour title on Saturday as he lead going into the final day of Portugal Open.

Wallace, who carded 10 birdies in an opening 63 at Morgado Golf Resort, had opened up a five-shot advantage at the halfway point after completing an error-free 66 when the delayed second round was completed on Saturday.

However, the 27-year-old could only manage a level-par 73 in round three to finish the day 17 under par, three shots ahead of Germany's Sebastian Heisele, who hit a 71.

"It wasn't very good today, I lost a bit of rhythm out there and just struggled really to get it round." said Wallace.

"I'd have liked to have been a couple better and that would have given me more of a cushion going into tomorrow (Sunday)."

England's Sam Walker sat four shots off the lead after a third round of 68, with France's Matthieu Pavon another stroke back on 12 under.

We live in a world where facts and fiction get blurred
Who we choose to trust can have a profound impact on our lives. Join thousands of devoted South Africans who look to News24 to bring them news they can trust every day. As we celebrate 25 years, become a News24 subscriber as we strive to keep you informed, inspired and empowered.
Join News24 today
heading
description
username
Show Comments ()
loading... Live
TS Galaxy FC 1
Moroka Swallows 0
loading... Live
Cape Town Spurs FC 0
Richards Bay FC 0
loading... Live
Ulster 0
Benetton 0
loading... Live
Scarlets 0
Sharks 0
Voting Booth
Should the Proteas pick Faf du Plessis for the T20 World Cup in West Indies and the United States in June?
Please select an option Oops! Something went wrong, please try again later.
Results
Yes! Faf still has a lot to give ...
67% - 937 votes
No! It's time to move on ...
33% - 455 votes
Vote
Editorial feedback and complaints

Contact the public editor with feedback for our journalists, complaints, queries or suggestions about articles on News24.

LEARN MORE