Kim and Avaricio share ICTSI Apo lead ahead of final round
Princess Superal and Harmie Constantino are two strokes back at 144 in the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour season finale.
Kim Seoyun made birdie on the final hole to draw level with Chanelle Avaricio at 142 after 36 holes of the ICTSI Apo Golf Classic in Davao City on October 28. Kim shot 71 and Avaricio returned 72 at Apo Golf and Country Club.
Their closing holes produced a change at the top: Kim sank a 12-foot birdie putt on the par-5 18th, while Avaricio three-putted. Earlier, Avaricio had made three birdies across four holes starting at the 14th to move ahead.
Kim, seeking her first tour victory, said her approach play had created plenty of chances but her putting had been inconsistent. She hit 15 greens in regulation and said she intended to enjoy the final round and concentrate on her own game.
Avaricio is pursuing a fourth title of the season. Her round included four birdies and four bogeys, and she said patience and managing pressure would be important in the deciding round.
Princess Superal also recorded 71, joining Harmie Constantino at 144. Constantino, who began the round sharing the lead, shot 74. Both remain two strokes behind the leaders.
Daniella Uy was next at 146 following a 72. Yvon Bisera posted 73 to reach 147, while Sarah Ababa's 72 left her at 148 in the Ladies Philippine Golf Tour's season-ending tournament.
