Sarah Schmelzel and Albane Valenzuela took a significant step towards achieving their first LPGA Tour victories by securing the third-round lead in the Dow Championship. With a total score of 13-under 197, they excelled in both alternate-shot and best-ball formats. Despite some challenges, Valenzuela and Schmelzel remained positive and focused. Teams such as Jin Hee Im-Somi Lee and Manon De Roey-Pauline Roussin-Bouchard closely pursued them. The final round promises intense competition as several strong contenders remain in the mix.
Schmelzel expressed that both players were on 'pins and needles' during the alternate-shot format, emphasizing the importance of maintaining good attitudes and focus throughout the round.
Valenzuela reflected on their performance by acknowledging some mistakes while emphasizing their strong moments, stating their goal was to be a couple under or better.
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