Catriona Matthew Grabs Lead Going into Final Round of Canadian Womens Open

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 01:43:26

"Montreal - Catriona Matthew moved into sole possession of the lead at the Bank of Montreal Canadian Women's Open today at Summerlea Golf & Country Club, near Montreal. She tops a crowded leaderboard at 6-under 210, courtesy of her two-under par third round, and a birdie on the final hole.

The co-leader after the second round, Matthew was relieved to retain her position on top.

"I'm quite happy to be in the lead," said Matthew. "There are a lot of good players just kind of lurking behind me; I'm sure someone will go out and shoot a good score. It's just nice being in the lead and hopefully I can stay there."

Hot on Matthew's heels are Meg Mallon at 5-under, and Michelle Ellis, Se Ri Pak and Gloria Park tied at 3-under.

Mallon shot three-under today to land in second place. With nine come-from behind wins in her 13 Tour victories, including Canada's LPGA event in 2000, she is well positioned for a second Canadian title.

"It's really nice to be back," said Mallon. "I'm glad the tournament was back up in this area; I love Montreal. I have dear friends that have lived here for a long time, so it's been a nice week relaxing and enjoying visiting with them. It feels like home a bit."

The three Canadians left in the field fared well today; Lorie Kane and Dawn Coe Jones shot 2-under to move Kane into a tie for 23rd with 3-over 219, and Coe-Jones into T29th with five-over 221. Angela Buzminski was +3 today, bringing her three round total to 10-over 226, tied for 63rd.
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