shot lead at BMW Championship over Rory McIlroy, Patrick Cantlay
Wyndham Clark holds a five-shot lead at the BMW Championship after a strong third-round performance at Bellerive Country Club. Rory McIlroy and Patrick Cantlay are currently tied for second place as they head into the final round.
Why it matters
The tournament is a critical event in the FedExCup playoffs, determining which players advance to the season finale in Atlanta.
Information Players in This Article Favorite players to keep them at the top of your leaderboard and get the latest updates. Sign In or Sign Up to save favorites across devices. Favorite W. Clark Favorite R. McIlroy Favorite C. Gotterup Favorite G. Woodland Favorite S. Scheffler Written by Associated Press ST. LOUIS (AP) – Wyndham Clark lost the lead with a double bogey on the first hole and then left everyone in his wake Saturday at Bellerive Country Club, making five birdies and an eagle in an eight-hole stretch and finishing with a 5-under 65 to build a five-shot lead in the BMW Championship.
It was the second time this year Clark has led by at least five shots going into the final round. He had a six-shot advantage at the U.S. Open and held on to win by one for his second major.
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