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Robert MacIntyre Holds Four-Stroke Lead at BMW Championship

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Robert MacIntyre maintains a four-stroke lead over Scottie Scheffler at the BMW Championship, with Ludvig Aberg in third place.


“I'll give as good back as I get. There were obviously a couple of shouts. But there's plenty of security there...”


Robert MacIntyre demonstrated remarkable composure, brushing off heckling from the crowd as he secured a four-stroke lead over world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler at the BMW Championship. MacIntyre closed out the third round with a 41-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole, capping off a two-under par 68 and taking his total score to 16-under par.


MacIntyre's Dominant Performance:

Four-stroke lead: MacIntyre holds a comfortable four-stroke advantage over Scheffler, who shot a three-under 67.

Clutch birdie: MacIntyre's birdie putt on the 18th hole showcased his exceptional skill and nerves of steel.

Consistency: Despite an early bogey, MacIntyre recovered well, parring his last five holes before sinking the decisive birdie putt.


Chasing the Leader:

  • Scottie Scheffler: The world No. 1 is determined to close the gap, but he'll need to overcome MacIntyre's strong lead.
  • Ludvig Aberg: The young Swede is still in contention, sitting five strokes behind MacIntyre in third place.



“The day was tough,” MacIntyre said. “It wasn't the plain sailing of the first two days, but I thought I managed it well.”


“It was steady. Holed some nice par putts, missed a couple of chances I felt I could have got, but the pins were absolutely brutal.”


As for his electrifying final putt, MacIntyre said, “Holing that putt is a massive boost going into tomorrow. That one shot is everything out here.”




Scottie Scheffler, the world No. 1, shot a three-under 67, but it wasn't enough to catch Robert MacIntyre, who maintained his four-stroke lead at the BMW Championship. Scheffler's strong play was evident, especially on the back nine, where he battled MacIntyre for the lead. However, MacIntyre's clutch putting proved decisive, allowing him to hold onto his advantage.


Key Moments:

  • MacIntyre's Clutch Putting: MacIntyre's ability to sink crucial putts kept Scheffler at bay, even as the world No. 1 pushed hard to close the gap.
  • Scheffler's Consistency: Scheffler's 67 showcased his skill, but MacIntyre's lead held firm, setting up an intriguing final round.


Ludvig Aberg sits in third place at 11-under par, trailing Robert MacIntyre by four strokes. England's Harry Hall and American Sam Burns are tied for fourth at 9-under par. Tommy Fleetwood and Maverick McNealy are just behind, sitting at 8-under par.


MacIntyre's Recent Form:

Two PGA wins: MacIntyre won the Canadian and Scottish Opens last year, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.

Clutch performance: MacIntyre silenced a heckler with a clutch par putt at the 14th hole, demonstrating his focus and composure.

Previous success: MacIntyre's win at the Canadian Open came after holding a 54-hole lead for the first time on the PGA Tour.


“He was just jeering. He was just shouting I missed it - he's pushed it. Pushed it right in the middle of the hole, I guess,” MacIntyre said.


“I'll give as good back as I get. There were obviously a couple of shouts. But there's plenty of security there that are hearing it and seeing it, and I did see them talk to a few people. I don't know if anyone was thrown out, but there were plenty of people to talk to.”


MacIntyre warned he's not one to be heckled, adding, “It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog and I grew up fighting to be in this position.”


Robert MacIntyre maintained his lead over Scottie Scheffler, despite a shaky start to the round. MacIntyre bogeyed the first hole after finding a greenside bunker but quickly recovered with a birdie on the par-five fourth hole, sinking a three-foot putt. He then added another birdie at the ninth hole with a seven-foot putt, extending his lead to four strokes at 15-under par.


Scottie Scheffler continued to push hard, rolling in an 18-foot birdie putt at the 14th hole. However, Robert MacIntyre remained focused, sinking a clutch par putt from just outside seven feet at the same hole. This was MacIntyre's fourth par putt of the day made from beyond six feet, showcasing his exceptional skill under pressure.


BMW Championship Implications:

The BMW Championship is a crucial event in the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup playoffs, with the top 30 players in season points advancing to the Tour Championship in Atlanta. MacIntyre's current lead puts him in a strong position to secure his spot, but the competition remains fiercem.





Akshay Bhatia's Thrilling Hole-in-One

Akshay Bhatia achieved a remarkable hole-in-one on the 227-yard par-three 17th hole at the BMW Championship, using a five-iron to ace the hole. This incredible shot not only earned him a BMW iX M70 but also significantly boosted his chances of qualifying for the Tour Championship. Bhatia shot a 66 in the third round, bringing him to even par 210 for the tournament.




“When that golf ball goes in, it was the craziest thing in the world,” Bhatia said, describing the thrill of the moment. “I couldn't even feel my body.” The 23-year-old golfer's excitement was palpable, and his humility shone through as he announced plans to give the prize BMW to his caddie.


Bhatia's ace moved him up to 30th place in the FedEx Cup standings, putting him in a strong position to qualify for the Tour Championship. Entering the tournament ranked 29th, Bhatia's incredible shot could prove to be the deciding factor in his season. “Every shot counts,” Bhatia said, highlighting the importance of his performance in the final round.




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