Pierce and McMahon Deliver Electrifying Finish in Las Vegas
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The third round of the 2021 DGPT - Las Vegas Challenge has come to an end, and what a thrilling conclusion it was! Paige Pierce and Eagle McMahon put on a display of exceptional disc golf, combining for an incredible 16-under par on the back nine. This electrifying performance sets up an action-packed final round between the top contenders.
In the women's division, Pierce was the star of the show. She carded several birdies, including crucial shots on holes 13 and 14, to take a commanding three-stroke lead over Catrina Allen. Allen had been in contention until Pierce's impressive eagle on the par-5 hole 18 sealed her fate. The two players will go head-to-head in Sunday's final round, with Allen trailing by three strokes.
Meanwhile, McMahon ignited his game on the back nine of the Factory Course, shooting an astonishing 10-under-par to take a one-stroke lead over Calvin Heimburg. This scorching hot round propelled McMahon into first place overall, ahead of Paul McBeth and Ricky Wysocki by significant margins. McMahon's impressive play has set up a tantalizing showdown between four of the world's top players: McMahon, McBeth, Wysocki, and Heimburg.
The battle for dominance is not limited to the men's division. The women's leaderboard remains a two-player affair, with Pierce at 19-under-par and Allen at 16-under-par. Jessica Weese will join the lead card after her solid performance, while Ohn Scoggins rounds out the top four.
With the stage set for an electrifying conclusion, fans can expect an unforgettable experience as the men's and women's leaders tee off on Sunday. Live coverage begins at 2:20 pm ET on the Disc Golf Network, with the lead cards taking to the course at 2:40 p.m. ET (men) and 4:32 p.m. ET (women). Don't miss out on the excitement!
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/pierce-mcmahon