Smalley takes two-shot lead into final round of US PGA Championship but big names lurk
Summary
At the US PGA Championship after the third round, Alex Smalley, who has never won a professional golf tournament, leads by two shots. The leaderboard is very close with 21 players within four shots, including several major champions, making the final round unpredictable.Key Facts
- Alex Smalley, ranked No. 78 in the world, leads at six under par.
- Smalley leads by two shots over five players tied for second place.
- There are 21 players within four shots of the lead going into the final round.
- Eight major championship winners are among those close to the lead.
- Some well-known players near the top include Jon Rahm, Rory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele, and Patrick Reed.
- The leaderboard was nearly a six-way tie at one point, which would have set a record for a major after 54 holes.
- The course set-up was adjusted after players criticized its difficulty in the first two rounds.
- The final round is expected to be competitive and exciting due to the tight scores and presence of experienced players.
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