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ISPS HANDA World Invitational presented by AVIV Clinics - Day three digest
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ISPS HANDA World Invitational presented by AVIV Clinics - Day three digest

Everything you need to know from day three in Northern Ireland.

Brown stayed in control, Cowley led a tight women's field, Pepperell made the best of a problem and Syme's luck was out on Moving Day at the ISPS HANDA World Invitational presented by AVIV Clinics.

Here is everything you need to know from Saturday at Galgorm Castle.

Dan Brown writing a remarkable story

Daniel Brown will take a six-shot lead into the final round as he goes in search of a life-changing first DP World Tour victory. The rookie made his first appearance at the 2015 KLM Open but had to wait seven years and two months for a second start after coming through Qualifying School courtesy of six rounds in the 60s at the Final Stage. His 67 in round three was his 11th consecutive sub-70 effort and moved him to 14 under with a commanding advantage over fellow Englishman Alex Fitzpatrick - who also signed for a 67 - and South African Wilco Nienaber, who carded a brilliant 63 in testing conditions. “Obviously, there's still a good way to go yet," he said. "But it's nice to play well and keep that lead and make it a little bit more comfortable than I suppose what it might be. Still one day to go."

Cowley hits the front

In the women's event, England's Gabriella Cowley carded a 67 to lead by one at six under from American Ryan O'Toole and German Esther Henseleit. Cowley paired seven birdies with two bogeys to hit the front as she looks for a first Ladies European Tour and LPGA Tour title. “Obviously, it's great,” said Cowley. “Today was just a really good day. I felt really in control and just really enjoyed it. It’s what we wish for to lead a tournament and things we want to do as much as we can, so I think I’m just going to keep doing what I'm doing. I'm playing well, so just see what happens."

A near ace?

Connor Syme got a rotten bit of luck when his tee-shot hit his playing partner's ball as it spun back towards the hole. Would it have found the cup? We'll never know but it looks pretty close.

No clubs, no problem

Eddie Pepperell has built himself an army of fans on the DP World Tour due to his refreshing take on a number of things. International travel means that clubs can sometimes get lost and while some get understandably frustrated, Eddie takes it all in his stride. So much so, he's gone 70-68-68 with a set of clubs built for him on-site on Wednesday.

No putter required

O'Toole is right in the mix for the title and that's due in part to shots like this. Take a bow, Ryann.

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