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Sharma’s performance was defined by his ability to maintain momentum through critical saves and consistent scoring. After opening the tournament with a course-record-equalling 60, he followed up with rounds of 66 and 64 to remain in contention for the title throughout the week. Having held at least a share of the lead after every round, the teenager now sits in a strong position to claim victory as the tournament heads into its final day.
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The third round featured a vital par save for the leader on the eighth hole, where he recovered from an awkward lie between the fringe and the rough to sink a 12-foot putt. Reflecting on his round, Sharma highlighted the importance of that moment, noting that it kept his rhythm intact. He added that a subsequent birdie on the 12th provided the necessary reset to push forward, despite a minor setback with a bogey on the par-four 13th.
Honey Baisoya climbed into third place at 14-under 196 after carding a 68, while Dhruv Sheoran, who shared the lead after the opening round, slipped to fourth. Sheoran finished the day at even-par 70, leaving him at 13-under 197, seven shots adrift of Sharma. Meanwhile, defending champion Jamal Hossain of Bangladesh struggled during the third round, carding a 72 to drop to a tie for 41st place at even-par 210.
