Local lad Vishesh opens four-shot lead at Telangana Golconda Masters
Golfer Vishesh Sharma has taken a four-shot lead in the third round of the Telangana Golconda Masters in Hyderabad. The 19-year-old maintained his position at the top of the leaderboard with a strong performance despite challenging course conditions.
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It tracks the progress of a rising local athlete in a significant regional sporting event.
Vishesh Sharma moved four shots clear of the field after producing a six-under 64 in the third round of the Telangana Golconda Masters here at the Hyderabad Golf Club on Thursday.
The 19-year-old, who began the day tied for the lead with Amardeep Malik, made seven birdies and a solitary bogey to reach 20-under 190. His round was held together by several important par saves, including one on the eighth after his ball came to rest in an awkward lie between the fringe and the rough. He recovered to about 12 feet and converted the putt.
“That was a crucial par and helped me stay in the round. The birdie on the 12th was another important moment. It helped me reset, gave the round fresh momentum and allowed me to add a few more birdies,” Vishesh later remarked.
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