British golfer Tommy Fleetwood, along with defending Olympic champion Xander Schauffele and Hideki Matsuyama, are leading the medal chase in men's golf at Le Golf National in France. The trio shares the 36-hole lead at 11-under 131, with Jon Rahm trailing by two strokes.
Schauffele, displaying consistent form, tied the 36-hole Olympic record with a 5-under 66. Fleetwood, a past winner at Le Golf National, carded a 64, while Matsuyama faced a setback with a double bogey on the 18th hole.
Fleetwood's familiarity with the course, having won the French Open at Le Golf National in 2017, gives him confidence going into the weekend. Schauffele, despite a minor hiccup with ants on the course, remains composed and focused on maintaining his momentum.
World No. 1 player Scottie Scheffler faced challenges but managed to rally on the back nine to stay within striking distance. Thomas Detry, Tom Kim, and C.T. Pan are also in contention, with Rahm making a strong push with a late surge.
The competition is heating up as players navigate the demanding course, with each shot crucial in the quest for Olympic glory. As the leaderboard shifts, the stage is set for an exciting finish as the golfers battle for the coveted medals.
Rory McIlroy, despite being six shots behind, remains determined to overcome his setbacks and make a charge up the leaderboard in the upcoming rounds.
Stay tuned for more updates as the men's golf tournament at the Olympics unfolds, showcasing the skill and resilience of the world's top golfers.
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