Allen and Wysocki Take Commanding Leads into Final Round of DGPT Preserve Championship

The second day of the 2023 Disc Golf Pro Tour (DGPT) Preserve Championship powered by Prodigy has concluded, and it's clear that two players have emerged as favorites to take home top honors. In the Women's Professional division (FPO), Catrina Allen has solidified her position at the top of the leaderboard with a hard-fought performance.

After setting a new course record on day one, Allen faced stiff competition from Kristin Tattar on moving day. Tattar started strong, going three under par through the first four holes, but it wasn't enough to catch Allen's momentum. The two players were neck and neck for much of the round, with Tattar eventually falling back by just three strokes.

Allen credits her mental toughness as a key factor in her success. "I felt a little nervy at the start," she said, "but I was able to get into the right mindset and play consistently throughout the round." Her patience and focus allowed her to birdie three consecutive holes on the back nine, ultimately securing her four-stroke lead.

Tattar, known for her clutch performances in the final round, remains a threat despite her deficit. With seven tour titles this season, she's proven herself to be a force to be reckoned with under pressure. Allen acknowledged Tattar's potential, saying, "I know Kristin is going to come out strong tomorrow, and I'll have to be ready for it."

In the Men's Professional division (MPO), Ricky Wysocki has taken command of the leaderboard with an impressive display of skill and resourcefulness. Starting the day two strokes ahead of the field, Wysocki showed no signs of slowing down, carding a blistering 12-under-par round to expand his lead to four strokes.

Wysocki's highlight-reel birdie putt on hole 11 was a testament to his ability to capitalize on opportunities and stay focused under pressure. He credited his mental preparation for the shot, saying, "I thought about my Minnesota Majestic putt from last season, and that helped me stay positive." His confidence and clutch shooting have made him the player to beat heading into the final round.

With Calvin Heimburg in second place at 23 strokes under par, Wysocki's lead is far from secure. The German disc golfer has had a phenomenal season, ranking #1 in the world, and will undoubtedly push Wysocki to his limits on Sunday.

The stage is set for an epic battle between Allen and Tattar in FPO, while Wysocki faces off against Heimburg in MPO. With pedal-to-the-metal performances all but guaranteed, it's anyone's guess who will take home the top prize at the 2023 DGPT Preserve Championship.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/allen-wyoscki-stay-top