John Parry’s masterful display at Golf Bluegreen de Pléneuf Val André has positioned him as the frontrunner heading into the final round of the Blot Open de Bretagne.
The Englishman surged ahead with a flawless seven-under-par 63, propelling him to a commanding three-shot lead at 16 under par.
Having trailed by four shots entering the third round, Parry’s strategic precision and birdie blitz on key holes underscored his ascent to the leaderboard’s summit.
Reflecting on his stellar performance, Parry emphasized his meticulous approach and ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
“I’m thrilled with my game today,” Parry remarked. “I’ve been solid the past two days, but today I managed to eliminate any errors and maintain a clean scorecard, which is crucial.”
Navigating the challenges of Golf Bluegreen de Pléneuf Val André requires astute course management and patience, elements that Parry expertly employed to his advantage.
“You have to be strategic here,” Parry explained. “I target specific holes for birdies, like five, six, and seven on the front nine, and then ten and eleven on the back. It’s about positioning off the tee and waiting for the right moments to attack.”
Parry’s resurgence in form this season has been evident on the 2024 Road to Mallorca, highlighted by his recent triumph at the Delhi Challenge.
Currently ranked second, he aims to secure his DP World Tour card with consistent performances.
“I’ve focused on maintaining consistency and sticking to my game plan,” Parry stated. “Even after a tough week previously, I trusted my process, which has paid off.”
Confident and composed, Parry looks forward to the final round alongside contenders Per Längfors and Jamie Rutherford, teeing off in the final group at 11:30 am local time.
As the tournament unfolds, golf enthusiasts await with anticipation to see if Parry can clinch victory and further bolster his standing on the challenging Road to Mallorca circuit.
