Barsby Leads, But Challengers Lurk Ahead of Disc Golf Championship Final Round

Gregg Barsby is no stranger to pressure-packed situations in disc golf championships. As he entered the final round of the PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships with a two-shot lead, he reflected on his past experiences. His 17-year pro career has equipped him with the determination to stay focused and adapt when things aren't going as planned.

"I'm glad I was able to shake off some frustration from my earlier mistakes," Barsby said after his round at Smugglers' Notch Disc Golf Center's Brewster Ridge course. "It's all systems go, so if something isn't working, make it work." His mantra has been put to the test throughout the tournament.

Barsby's 35-under par 213 has earned him a slim lead heading into Sunday's final round at Fox Run Meadows. However, four competitors – including James Conrad and Nate Perkins – are within five shots of his score. Josh Anthon, Paul Ulibarri, and Matt Orum all share second place with 33-under par 215s.

Conrad made significant gains on Saturday after a missed birdie putt sparked him to connect on several key shots. The Texas native was perfect from inside the circle and displayed confidence in his ability to mount a comeback win despite lacking some distance off the tee.

Perkins, who fired off an impressive 11-under par round, shared similar sentiments about his chances of winning. "I believe in myself, and I know I have people who love me and believe in me," he said.

Meanwhile, defending World Champion Ricky Wysocki struggled to a 12th-place finish after an underwhelming showing on Saturday. Other top competitors like Nate Sexton and Chris Dickerson face stiff challenges in their bid for the title.

As Barsby prepares for Sunday's final round, he plans to "ride the wave" of energy from the crowd at Fox Run Meadows. With his past experiences guiding him, he's confident that he can stay focused and adapt to any situation that arises during the championship round.

The Open lead card tees off at 2:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, with SmashboxxTV providing live coverage as a new world champion is crowned.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/2018proworlds/news/all-systems-go-barsby-adds-insurance-final-round-pro-worlds