TLDR: Chris Gotterup takes four-shot lead in Myrtle Beach Classic; 16-year-old Blades Brown tied for 22nd
Key points:
- Chris Gotterup leads by four strokes in the Myrtle Beach Classic
- 16-year-old Blades Brown is tied for 22nd in the tournament
Chris Gotterup extended his lead in the PGA TOUR’s Myrtle Beach Classic by shooting a 6-under 65 in the third round, totaling an 18-under 195. The four-stroke lead is the largest of the season. Gotterup, a former University of Oklahoma player, is vying for his first PGA TOUR victory in his 27th start.
Other players in contention include Erik van Rooyen, Jorge Campillo, and Robert MacIntyre who are tied for second place in the tournament. The winner of the Myrtle Beach Classic will earn a spot in the PGA Championship next week.
Notable mention goes to 16-year-old Blades Brown, who is tied for 22nd after a bogey-free 66. Brown, a high school sophomore from Nashville, Tennessee, showed composure and focus in his play despite his young age.
This article highlights the impressive performance of Chris Gotterup and the emergence of young talent like Blades Brown in the competitive golfing world.