J.J. Spaun Leads Tight Sony Open Field After Third Round

Spaun's steady play in challenging conditions secures a one-shot lead, with 14 players within three strokes heading into the final round.

J.J. Spaun shot a 5-under 65 in the third round to take a one-stroke lead at 13-under 197 at Waialae Country Club in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Germany's Stephan Jaeger delivered the tournament's lowest round with a 62, moving into a tie for second alongside Eric Cole and Patrick Fishburn at 12-under 198.
Fishburn, who held the lead earlier in the round, struggled on the back nine with three bogeys, including a missed par putt on the 17th, dropping him out of the top spot.
The leaderboard remains tightly packed, with 14 players within three strokes of the lead, including Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley and former British Open champion Brian Harman.
Spaun emphasized his calm and relaxed approach on the course, crediting his mindset for his consistent performance in the windy conditions.