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Garcia seizes solo lead at The Barclays

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NEW YORK: Spain’s Sergio Garcia held his own at demanding Bethpage Black, firing a two-under 69 to seize sole possession of the lead after three rounds of The Barclays.

Garcia, who shared the overnight lead with Nick Watney in the first event of the US PGA Tour’s playoffs, had a 54-hole total of 10-under par 203, two strokes in front of Watney.

Garcia, who has the Ryder Cup in his sights after his victory in last week’s Wyndham Championship, survived Bethpage’s fast, slick greens which caused plenty of trouble for others, including Tiger Woods.

Woods appeared to be over the sore back that bothered him on Friday, but the 14-time major champion had four three-putts in a one-over par 72.

Garcia finished the day with five birdies and three bogeys.

“The course is extremely firm,” said Garcia, who was the only player among the last 18 to shoot under 70.

“The greens, just probably some of the fastest greens I’ve ever played. Just one of those days where you knew it was going to be tough and you have to hold on very tight, and just kind of hope for the best.”

Watney’s five birdies were exactly balanced by five bogeys, the last a three-putt at 18. (AFP)

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