Leona Maguire surges into contention in Ohio

A second 66 of the week has surged Leona Maguire into contention for a second LPGA Tour title.

Maguire is on 11-under-par and just three shots behind leader Lucy Li ahead of the final round of the Dana Open in Ohio.

The Cavan golfer opened the tournament with a 66 but a second 70 saw her fall back into the pack.

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But the 27-year-old birdied the opening hole of her third round before picking up further shots on the third, sixth and ninth holes to make the turn in 30.

A dropped shot on the 11th hole halted her charge, but she finished strongly by birdieing the 16th and 17th holes to sign for a 66.

Maguire is in a tie for fourth place and looking to win her second event on the tour this season after winning the LPGA Drive On Championship in February.

She will tee off for her final round shortly before 3pm (Irish time) on Sunday.

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