Belgium’s Thomas Detry is in position to claim the first PGA Tour title of his career by extending his lead to five shots at the Phoenix Open.
The 32-year-old, who has finished runner-up twice in 65 events, started the day with a two-shot lead in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Seven birdies, including five on the first nine holes, saw him go round in 65 to reach 18 under par overall.
“Getting off to such a good start was kind of the dream,” said Detry.
On potentially winning the title, he added: “It’s OK to think about it, but then try to come back in the present. I think that will be the key [for Sunday].”
Rasmus Hojgaard, Daniel Berger, Jordan Spieth and Michael Kim are all tied second on 13 under.
Scotland’s Robert MacIntyre matched Detry’s round of 65 and is seven shots off the lead, with world number one Scottie Scheffler a further shot behind.
