Lauren Walsh continues to knock on the door of the winner’s enclosure on the LET Access Tour after a back nine rally moved her to within two shots of the lead on the opening day in Spain.
After turning in two-over, Walsh came roaring back with four birdies on her back nine to post a two-under 70 to lie in a share of third place as Switzerland’s Chiara Tamburlni leads on four-under.
The Castlewarden native birdied three of her last four holes in what was an impressive comeback in the blustery conditions.
Overnight leader Tamburlini carded a bogey free round of 68 to lead by one overnight.
“It was a solid round today; I didn’t make any mistakes and I was solid from tee to green.
“I had confidence today with the putter which was important on this course. I had some great strikes as well that helped.”
Tamburlini has been a force to be reckoned with at the back end of the season. The emerging star has made six top-10 finishes in a row including two wins at the PGA Championship Gothenburg and the Rose Ladies Open.
“It was a good group today and it was easy to be in the moment. We chatted and concentrated it was the perfect mix.
“It would be incredible to get another win. Especially looking back from where my season started in the Czech Republic as an amateur.”
Tamburlini sits third in the LETAS Order of Merit, five point nine points behind England’s Emily Price and has made it known that she’s ready for a fight in these last two Spanish tournaments.
“In the past couple months, I have got used to the tour, the people and I love it so much. It is incredibly special to see the progress when I look back. I’m trying to go for the win.
“It feels weird to say but yes, my game is at its strongest. My head is in the right space, and I can really play well right now. I’m looking to get further up the Order of Merit. Sofie might be hard to catch but watch this space!”
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