Luiten cards a bogey-free 65 for a three-shot lead going into the final round in Munich
Joost Luiten of the Netherlands hits the ball during the Golf BMW International Open in Munich, Germany, Saturday, June 24, 2023. Credit: AP/Matthias Schrader
MUNICH — Joost Luiten carded a bogey-free 7-under 65 on Saturday to match his lowest round of the season and take a three-shot lead into the final round of the BMW International Open.
The 37-year-old Luiten is in prime position at 14 under to claim his seventh European tour win – his first since 2018. Dutch compatriot Daan Huizing was his nearest challenger after a 66 in the third round.
Daniel Hillier of New Zealand, Thriston Lawrence of South Africa and Ryder Cup vice-captain Edoardo Molinari of Italy were tied for third at 10 under.
“Today was pretty much flawless," Luiten said. "I didn’t really get into trouble that much and if I did miss the fairway I hit a great shot and still created a birdie chance. I made some nice birdies coming down the last four or five holes.
“It would mean a lot to me to win but that’s not just me, that’s everybody. I need to keep my head cool.”
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