Valspar Championship Round 3

Date
Sat 21st March 2026 (UTC)
Sat 21st March 2026 (Local)

Timestamp
2026-03-21T11:35:00

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11:35:00 UTC (07:35:00 Local)

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League
PGA Tour

Season
2026

Round
12

Status
Match Finished

Location
Innisbrook Resort (Copperhead Course)

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"Moving Day" at the Copperhead Course is set to be a test of patience and nerve as Sungjae Im carries a one-stroke lead into the weekend at 9-under par. The primary challenge for the field is the increasingly firm and fast greens of the Innisbrook Resort, which are expected to bake out under the Florida sun. For Im, the objective is to maintain his rhythm and avoid the "big numbers" that the tree-lined fairways and the daunting "Snake Pit" can produce when the wind begins to gust.

The chasing pack is led by David Lipsky and Chandler Blanchet, both within striking distance. A major storyline centers on veteran Brandt Snedeker, who sits just four shots back and looks to use his signature putting style to mount a charge. With the course playing as a "ball-striker's paradise," those who can control their trajectory into the elevated greens will have the best chance to close the gap before Sunday's finale.

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Sungjae Im solidified his position at the top of the leaderboard, finishing Saturday at 11-under par after a composed 2-under 69. Im’s round was a display of tactical precision; after a steady start, he produced the highlight of the day on the 18th hole, hitting a 155-yard approach to 13 feet and draining the birdie putt to extend his cushion. His ability to handle the "Snake Pit" without a blemish has left him as the clear favorite heading into the final round.

The leaderboard behind him remains tightly packed, with Brandt Snedeker and David Lipsky tied for second at 9-under par. Snedeker surged into contention with a 67, proving that the 45-year-old still has the firepower to compete on one of the Tour's most demanding layouts. Matt Fitzpatrick and Marco Penge both carded 68s to move into a tie for fourth at 8-under, while Tony Finau nearly recorded an ace on the 17th to highlight a day of spectacular approach play. As the tournament moves toward Sunday, the top five players are separated by just three strokes, promising a high-drama finish in Palm Harbor.

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