Noren leads Scottish Open by two shots
Alex Noren will take a two-shot lead into the final round of the Scottish Open at a rainy Castle Stuart, after birdies at the final two holes on Saturday (Jul 9).
The Swede hit a stunning tee-shot on the par-three 17th hole, before adding a birdie three at the last to reach 12 under par for the tournament.
Englishman Tyrrell Hatton, ranked one place above Noren at 98th in the world rankings, had five birdies and an eagle in a six-under-par third round of 66 to sit tied for second alongside Matteo Manassero.
Noren’s only win in the last five seasons came last year in the Scandinavian Masters, but after taking a one-stroke halfway advantage, he increased his lead in Scotland.
The 33-year-old had three birdies in his last four holes in the second round, and was similarly impressive in the closing stages on Saturday.
“To birdie the last and to go into tomorrow with a two-shot (lead) was very nice,”
said Noren.
