Matt Fitzpatrick took the lead at ten under par after the third round of the 2022 Italian Open. The Englishman posted a third round 69 and sits one clear of yesterday’s leader Rory McIlroy. Aaron Rai posted the round of the day as he played the course at six under for the day. As a result he climbed to nine under par and shared second place.
How it stands with one round to go:
Matt Fitzpatrick has eight DP World Tour titles under his belt. His last triumph was in June when he claimed his maiden major at the U.S Open.
Aaron Rai has already won twice on the DP World Tour. At the 2020 Aberdeen Standard Investments Scottish Open Rai surprised the favorites and won the title and his first Rolex Series event.