Kenny Perry Takes the Lead After 3 Rounds at the Tour Championship

When the day began there were 16 players within 5 strokes of the lead at the Tour Championship. This final leg of the FedEx Cup playoff series has proven to be more exciting than most expected. East Lake Country Club is challenging the players and this tournament should come down to the final few shots on Sunday.

With the tee times being moved into the morning, the heat has not been as big a factor today as in previous rounds. The greens were more receptive today and allowed the players to be a bit more aggressive with their approach shots.

There were several players who were able to challenge the golf course today including Geoff Ogilvy who shot a par 64. Phil Mickelson charged up the leader board shooting 66 to move into a tie for third place. Mickelson had another good round on Saturday with 5 birdies and a lone bogey at the 16th hole.

Kenny Perry found the magic touch today and stormed into the lead with a 6 under par 64. Perry started his round with 4 straight birdies on a course where birdies are at a premium. He is now at 8 under par and holds a 2 stroke lead over Tiger Woods heading into the final round.

Only 8 players shot under par rounds today, once again proving that East Lake Country Club is one of the toughest tests on the PGA tour.

Sunday should prove to be a real old fashioned showdown. There are 8 players at 2 under par or better and any one of them could win the Tour Championship. Only Steve Stricker and Tiger Woods control their own destiny. If either player wins the Tour Championship, they will also win the FedEx Cup.

There are several other players in contention that have a chance to win the Cup, but they will all need help.

The final round should prove to be an exciting finish. Who will be victorious? Patience and Course management will be an absolute must. If the first three rounds are any indication, this championship should come down to the final hole.

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