Champion Contender Kim Joo-hyung: "Focusing Only on My Game... The Course Is Easy, Opportunity for Everyone"

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Kim Joo-hyung (20), who is aiming for his second win in two months on the PGA Tour, warned against complacency in the final round of the game.
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[Asia Economy Reporter Choi Taewon] Kim Juhyung (20), who is aiming for his second win in two months on the PGA Tour, warned against complacency, saying, "The course is relatively easy to score on, so on the final day, anyone will have a chance."

On the 8th (local time), Kim Juhyung shot a 9-under-par 62 with nine birdies in the third round of the PGA Tour Shriners Children's Open (total prize money $8 million) held in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. With a total score of 19-under-par 194, Kim Juhyung will play the final round on the 9th tied for first place with Patrick Cantlay (USA).

World No. 4 Cantlay surged to a tie for first place with 11 birdies on the day, tying the course record. However, Kim Juhyung also delivered a flawless performance comparable to Cantlay’s and showed no signs of intimidation. Kim Juhyung was the only player in the tournament to complete the first three rounds without a single bogey, hitting nine birdies without any mistakes.

In a post-match interview, when asked if he was aware of Cantlay’s performance, Kim Juhyung said, "I tried to focus only on my game," adding, "I thought it was okay as long as I didn’t fall too far behind the leader, and I’m glad there will be a chance to win tomorrow."

He continued, "The course is relatively easy to score on, so on the final day, anyone will have a chance," and added, "I played well through the third round, and I hope to achieve another good result tomorrow," indicating that he will maintain his focus until the very end.

With a three-stroke lead over the players tied for third place, the final round is expected to be a fierce battle for the championship between Kim Juhyung and Cantlay.

Kim Juhyung said, "Today’s game went well, and the results were good," adding, "I hope to continue playing well tomorrow as I have so far, and I am satisfied with today’s outcome."

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