Luiten leads in Austria
Joost Luiten is a step closer to defending his Lyoness Open title after shooting a scintillating 66 in Saturday’s third round.
The Dutchman’s six-under-par effort put him two shots clear of 2012 champion Bernd Wiesberger, who delighted his home Austrian fans with a 66 of his own at Diamond Country Club in Atzenbrugg.
Joosten took charge on a day where overnight leader Mikael Lundberg would love to forget after he carded a four-over 76.
Lundberg’s trouble started with a double bogey at the third and he would pick up five further bogeys to fall out of contention.
A hugely satisfied Luiten said he anticipated a tough final day challenge from the local favourite who will be banking on his home support base to see him home.
“I know Bernd good, he’s a good player so it will be a very good battle,” said Luiten.
“There are a few more guys behind who are not out of it yet so it’s going to be an interesting day.
“I’m in a good position here so I just want to finish it off tomorrow.”
Meanwhile England’s Adam Gee is in solo fourth after a 70 while compatriot David Horsey jumped up 42 places to tied fifth on five-under after a best-of-the-day 65.
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