McIlroy stretches lead to three shots at Shanghai Masters

October 30, 2011

U.S. Open champion Rory McIlroy shot a 7-under 65 on Saturday to increase his lead to three strokes after the third round of the Shanghai Masters.

The 22-year-old star from Northern Ireland made seven birdies in another bogey-free round on Lake Malarens Jack Nicklaus-designed Masters course to finish at 18-under 198.

American Anthony Kim was second after a 65.

South Koreas Noh Seung-yul was 14 under after a 67.

The 30 players are vying for the $2 million first prize, the richest in golf. All the top players are getting appearance money, and last place pays $25,000. Because the International Management Group-run event isnt sanctioned by a major tour, it doesnt have world-ranking points.

The World Golf Championships-HSBC Champions is next week at nearby Sheshan International.

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