Porsche European Open: Key Takeaways From Day Three

With just 18 holes remaining at the Porsche European Open, everyone will be looking to catch Frenchman Alexander Levy.

Fans at Bad Griesbach Golf Resort didn’t get to see much golf on Saturday at the Porsche European Open thanks to fog and rain delays. These developments eventually resulted in the European Tour opting to shorten the event to 54 holes, with a full final round set to rake place on Sunday.

After holding the 54-hole lead at last week’s Italian Open, Frenchman Alexander Levy has continued his good form in Germany by opening up a four-stroke lead through the first three days. This week, a 54-hole lead will be enough to grab the trophy. Can he make it there?

He’ll be playing alongside world No. 919 Michael Jonzon, a journeyman from Sweden. Both posted eight-under-par 63s in the second round. Five-time European Tour winner Ross Fisher will also be in the final threesome, sitting five strokes off the pace.

Fan favorite Martin Kaymer headlines a trio tied for fourth at 11-under. From that bunch, a closing 64 or better is probably what’s required for the win.

Scoring has been low this week, and Levy has not had many opportunities since his last win at the 2014 Portgual Masters. If the drama proves too much for the young Frenchman, it could all add up to some great final round theatrics.

Without further ado, let’s dig into three key takeaways from a wet, foggy day three in Germany.