Paige Pierce Expands Lead, Prepares for New Challenge in Round 3

The landscape of the leaderboard has undergone significant changes after the second round of the PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships in Ogden, Utah. While Paige Pierce remains at the top, her lead has grown from two to four strokes over the competition.

Lisa Fajkus made a remarkable jump into contention with a stellar bogey-free 7-under round. Her consistent putting was a key factor in this achievement, as she ranked second in C1X putting at 94%. Fajkus's confidence on the green has been on display throughout her rounds, and it will be interesting to see how she fares against Pierce.

Catrina Allen expressed frustration with her scorecard, feeling that her round was much stronger than what was reflected. She finished second in strokes gained tee-to-green, indicating that she is gaining ground on Pierce. As a longer thrower, Allen feels at home on the course and believes she has opportunities to birdie every hole.

Kristin Tattar also made a significant surge into contention with six birdies over the last 13 holes. She responded well to early bogies by firing back with birdies and demonstrating her ability to stay focused under pressure.

Pierce, meanwhile, continued to dominate on the course. Despite an early shootout from her card mates, she maintained a strong pace and ultimately expanded her lead. Pierce's confidence on the putting green is clearly evident, as she has led in Circle 2 putting at 67% and gained 3.79 strokes in that area.

As the competition shifts back to The Fort for round three, Pierce acknowledged the importance of adjusting to new nerves and feelings after a two-year hiatus. However, her experience and poise have her confident about maintaining her lead.

Pierce's card for round three includes Fajkus and Tattar, who are both expected to push for their place at the top. Allen will also be looking to capitalize on any opportunities that arise.

The action from round 3 of the 2021 PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships can be watched live on the Disc Golf Network at 10 a.m. MT / 9 a.m. ET, as the players prepare for a thrilling conclusion to this year's tournament.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/pierce-grows-lead-fajkus-allen-tattar-jump-lead-card