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Oosthuizen Takes Lead in Mauritius Open

African golfer eyes second consecutive win on European tour after standout performance in third round.

  • Louis Oosthuizen leads the Mauritius Open after the third round, aiming for his second straight win on the European tour.
  • Oosthuizen, who helped design the course at La Reserve Golf Club, scored three eagles in a 7-under 65, putting him on 14-under par for the tournament.
  • He holds a one-shot lead over fellow South African Jacques de Villiers, with Laurie Canter two strokes further back in third.
  • Oosthuizen's round included back-to-back eagles at Nos. 5 and 6, and another eagle at the par-5 15th hole.
  • The Mauritius Open is the last tournament in Africa before the European tour takes a break until January.
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