Eagles and Aces: Thrilling Showdown at the Grant Thornton Invitational

Lauren Coughlin and Andrew Novak achieved a one-shot lead in the Grant Thornton Invitational with a 4-under 68 score. The unique mixed-team format saw them edge out rivals Charley Hull and Michael Brennan, and the Canadian duo of Brooke Henderson and Corey Conners among others. The final round promises high tension.

Lauren Coughlin's stunning bunker shot that resulted in an eagle on the 17th hole was the turning point in the Grant Thornton Invitational, allowing her and Andrew Novak to card a formidable 4-under 68. Their performance led them into the final round one shot ahead.

Novak, who previously clinched victory at the Zurich Classic alongside Ben Griffin, now aims for another team title in this rare mixed-gender golf competition. Close competitors Charley Hull and Michael Brennan found themselves just a shot behind after a bogey on their final hole.

With modified fourballs featuring in the final round, the rules promise lower scores. Notably, Canadian pair Brooke Henderson and Corey Conners had seven birdies but ended with a bogey, tying them with several others at three shots back. Excitement builds as players, including Coughlin-Novak, readies for the concluding round.

(With inputs from agencies.)