Finau holds off hard-charging Rahm for 2-shot lead in Mexico
VALLARTA, Mexico (AP) — Tony Finau had a terrific stretch at the Mexico Open on Saturday, posting five birdies over his final seven holes for a 6-under 65 that gave him a two-shot lead over Masters champion Jon Rahm and 21-year-old Akshay Bhatia.
Rahm, the defending champion, matched his lowest round on the PGA Tour with a 61. He started the third round six shots behind and at one point took a one-shot lead until Finau rallied at the end.
Bhatia also finished with a flourish, hitting his second shot to eight feet on the par-5 18th hole at Vallarta Vidanta for an eagle and a 63.
Taylor Pendrith of Richmond Hill, Ont., is tied for 30th at 6-under, and 13 strokes back of the leader. Michael Gligic of Burlington, Ont., is tied for 56th at 3-under.