Brandt Snedeker in contention in Fiji International

Oct 10, 2016, 01:28
Brandt Snedeker in contention in Fiji International

The 35-year-old American, who finished 3-0 in the United States' triumph over Europe in Minnesota, shot a four-under 68 at the Natadola Bay Golf Course to finish with a 16-under total of 272, leaving New Zealander Michael Hendry a distant runnerup.

"I regret that I will be unable to come home to Australia this year", Day said in a statement. He opened with rounds of 69, 64 and 70 to take a three-stroke lead into the final round. "I birdied the first hole out of the gate", said Snedeker.

In a controlled, committed exhibition, Snedeker distanced himself from the field quickly in the final round then cruised to the clubhouse on a wave of safe pars to raise a trophy outside North America for the first time.

While Snedeker ran away with the tournament New Zealand's Michael Hendry continued what has been an impressive year in Japan by climbing to outright second in Fiji.

The world No 23 shot a flawless seven-under-par 65 to finish the day one shot behind Australia's Matthew Giles heading into the weekend at the tournament, which is co-sanctioned by the European Tour and Australasian PGA. "So, I just hit the tee shot and hit the second shot and just kept going from there".

The 10-time PGA Tour victor was planning on returning home to play in the November 23-27 event at the Kingston Heath course for the first time since he and countryman Adam Scott won the event in 2013.

Snedeker said it had been a very good two weeks for him. "There's a lot of pressure on those guys to perform and their careers are riding on how they are playing right now", Snedeker said.

A first victory outside North America helped erase some scars from that '07 Australian Open, where a late, self-imposed penalty cruelled his chances, and the embarrassing missed cut at the Australian PGA last December.

A further shot back were Brad Shilton (NZ), Andrew Evans (NSW), Matthew Giles (NSW), and Anthony Houston (Vic).

Singh was tied for 36th at 1 over after a 72.

Three-times major victor Vijay Singh finished joint 21st at three-under for the tournament in his homeland.

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE

  • AFL: Dogs lose according to advertisement in The Age

    Club president Peter Gordon told 3AW Sunday was also about the team giving back to their supporters. The Bulldogs' Jason Johannisen won the Norm Smith Medal as the best player in the Grand Final.
    Ashton Kutcher Admits He's 'Terrified' About Second Child

    Ashton Kutcher Admits He's 'Terrified' About Second Child

    Ashton insists the two don't normally argue about such concerns and says they couldn't be happier at the moment. Watch the full clip, below - and do not forget to tell Kutcher about any future engagements.

    "Miss Peregrine's Home For Peculiar Children" tops box office in North America

    Chinese romantic-comedy "I Belonged to You" was nipping at " Miss Peregrine's " heels. "Finding Dory", $13.6 million. 10. The film was well-made and costs about $110 million to make.
  • Chicago Bears wide receiver Kevin White to go on IR

    Chicago Bears wide receiver Kevin White to go on IR

    Long-term, two straight lost seasons could be an issue for a receiver as raw as White, yet Fox isn't anxious . He was hurt in the third quarter of Chicago's 17-14 win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday.

    Baylor Title IX coordinator resigns; results cited

    Law firm Pepper Hamilton completed a nine-month investigation into Baylor's previous handling of sexual assault cases. For more than a year, Baylor has faced scrutiny regarding how it handled sexual assaults involving athletes.
    Tottenham the opposite of a defensive team, says Lloris

    Tottenham the opposite of a defensive team, says Lloris

    The trio have arguably started the strongest in the new Premier League campaign. "We can just say congratulations to Tottenham". That was the first time Spurs contended for the league title in a generation and they are proving it wasn't just a one-off.

  • 'Iron Fist' Series Premiere Date, First Official Image Revealed

    Iron Fist, starring Finn Jones, will debut on Netflix with all thirteen episodes on Friday, March 17, 2017 . Lincoln and Dominic Patten "laid at the feet of the popularity of "Marvel's Luke Cage" this weekend".
    MacBook Pro 2016 Wishlist: Dream Specs

    MacBook Pro 2016 Wishlist: Dream Specs

    The Apple MacBook Pro 2016 is expected to sport Intel processors and optional heavy-duty AMD Polaris graphics processor. With the iPhone 7 coming with no headphone jack, Apple may dedicate the rest of its 2016 releases to this risky leap.
    Federal appeals court hears arguments over Dakota Access pipeline

    Federal appeals court hears arguments over Dakota Access pipeline

    Authorities have arrested 95 people in connection with the pipeline protests since they began in mid-August. This pipeline has already destroyed the burial places of our Lakota and Dakota ancestors.

  • Muller at the double as Germany ease to win

    Only the group winners automatically qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russian Federation . We're second (in Group F behind England), that's where it leaves us.
    AAP holds protest outside Jung's residence on circle rates

    AAP holds protest outside Jung's residence on circle rates

    "But unfortunately, that is exactly what is happening in Delhi", he said at a press conference at his residence here. After he took over as chairman of the Board in March, Mr.

    New Jersey gas prices to jump after vote to raise tax passes

    How will the gas tax increase fund infrastructure projects? Other tax relief is intended for veterans and the working poor. The deal also eliminates New Jersey's estate tax, which applies to anyone leaving behind assets of more than $675,000.
popular

Real men wear pink
PTPP was started in memory of Teresa Majewski, who lost her battle with breast cancer in 1993 at only 34 years old. Christus Cancer Treatment Center provides a comprehensive range of breast health and breast care services.

San Diego Chargers at Oakland Raiders: Prediction, preview, pick to win San Diego Chargers at Oakland Raiders: Prediction, preview, pick to win
In their only home game this season, the Atlanta Falcons really dominated them, in what is their only loss of the season. But, Raiders head coach Jack Del Rio says the Chargers - despite all their problems - are a unsafe football team.

Hurricane Matthew hits NASA's launch centre Hurricane Matthew hits NASA's launch centre
The team is reporting to the emergency operation personnel, who worked in the command center at Complex 39 Launch Control Center. Hurricane Matthew is the Category 4 storm, and recorded as the strongest hurricane ever threatened the U.S.in decades.

Liverpool players are thriving in their positions
We will be better from week to week [and] I will try to show my skills in training to get more minutes in the Premier League ". He told the official website : "All of the players in my position, and other positions, are playing very well.