Shane Lowry back in contention at the Honda Open

A third round of 65 has propelled Shane Lowry back into contention at the Honda Classic, with the Offalyman now four shots behind leader Chris Kirk.

Lowry, runner-up in the event last year, carded a 68 to lie on nine-under par at the PGA National Resort in a round that contained three birdies in the front nine and a similar return from holes to 11 to 13. Dropped shots followed on 14 and 17 before he steadied himself to make birdie at the last.

Pádraig Harrington is back at one-under after his round of 69.

American Kirk leads the field on 13-under as he followed up his blemish-free score of 62 on Friday with a 66. Birdies at 17 and 18 has him two clear of compatriot Eric Cole, with fellow American and overnight leader Justin Suh, a further shot back.

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