Windy Conditions Bring Dramatic Turn of Events at Maple Hill

The third round of the 2023 DGPT Playoff - MVP Open at Maple Hill was a tale of wind, drama, and resilience. The conditions were far from ideal, with sustained winds and gusts reaching up to 45mph making it a challenging day for all players.

In the FPO division, Hailey King and Ohn Scoggins emerged as co-leaders after a thrilling round. King had a rocky start, going six over on the front nine, but managed to turn things around with some impressive birdies on the back nine. Scoggins, on the other hand, shot the hot round of the day, finishing at three under with just three bogeys and two crucial birdies on the final holes.

When asked about the wind conditions, Scoggins reflected on its impact: "It was very tough for us to throw normal shots and the putting was even worse. Whatever you practiced before the tournament couldn’t be used in this round." Despite these challenges, Scoggins showed incredible determination and skill, committing to difficult putts and showing a ferocious attacking game.

Scoggins' round included an unofficially 1017-rated performance, putting her in position to take back-to-back playoff victories. King, meanwhile, has proven herself to be consistent under pressure, with six Elite Series and Major wins under her belt.

In the MPO division, Simon Lizotte and Calvin Heimburg are tied for first at 16 strokes under par. Lizotte got off to a hot start, going four down through the first five holes, but managed to regain momentum with an impressive birdie on hole nine. Heimburg, who led by one stroke after round two, struggled initially due to a delayed tee-off, but eventually warmed up and picked up crucial birdies on the back nine.

Lizotte's performance was impressive, particularly given his ability to adapt to the wind conditions: "I love playing in the wind because I’ve got the distance advantage, I’ve got the overstable plastic. The more wind, the better." Heimburg, meanwhile, showed resilience and determination, highlighting the importance of practice and preparation.

As the top five players in both divisions are separated by just a few strokes, the stage is set for an electrifying final round at Maple Hill. Will Lizotte or King emerge victorious, or will someone new seize the opportunity? The drama continues as the 2023 DGPT Playoff - MVP Open reaches its thrilling conclusion.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/sunday-showdown-maple-hill