Josh-ing around earns Armstrong thrilling PNG Open win

A three-under final round helped Josh Armstrong clinch his maiden victory at the PNG Open. (PR IMAGE PHOTO)

Josh Armstrong has broken through for his first Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia title, claiming a two-shot victory at the PNG Open.

Almost a decade after representing the International team at the inaugural Junior Presidents Cup in 2017, the Canberra native endured a roller-coast final day at Royal Port Moresby Golf Club, where NRL star and avid golfer Jarome Luai was a special guest.

A shot behind Queenslander Louis Dobbelaar at the start of Sunday's final round, Armstrong surged to the front with an eagle at the par-5 ninth, followed by a birdie four at the 10th.

An eagle for Josh Armstrong at 9 for a one shot lead at the turn 👀#PNGOpen pic.twitter.com/b9XAZDNDBC

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