South African golfer Shaun Norris has taken a commanding lead at the DP World Tour’s Joburg Open, finishing the third round with a score of 67, bringing his total to 14 under-par at Houghton Golf Club. Despite battling an ear infection, Norris maintained his grip on the tournament, extending his lead from one shot at the beginning of the weekend to four, even after facing a double-bogey on the third hole and dropping another shot on the 15th.
In second place, at 10 under-par, are France’s Adrien Saddier, who shot a 70, and South African Jacques Krusywijk, who carded a 68. German golfer Nicolai von Dellingshausen is close behind at nine under-par with a round of 69.
This is not the first time Norris has tasted victory on the DP World Tour; he previously won the Alfred Dunhill Championship at Leopard Creek in December, marking his second win following his victory at the Steyn City Championship in 2022. As he heads into the final round, the golfing community watches with anticipation, hopeful that Norris can capture another title.
The challenging conditions at the Joburg Open have tested all competitors, but Norris’s resilience and experience have put him in an excellent position to secure the win. The landscape of professional golf continues to highlight the remarkable talent coming from South Africa, showcasing the country’s vibrant golfing scene.
Norris’s potential victory not only promises to be a personal milestone but also serves as an inspiration to aspiring golfers, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and determination in the face of adversity.
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