Italian Open 2014: Daily Leaderboard Analysis, Highlights and More

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Published: August 28, 2014

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This week’s stop of the European Tour sees the continent’s elite golfers take to Torino, Italy, as the 2014 Italian Open gets underway.   

One of the tour’s flagship events, the tournament has been part of the European Tour schedule since its formation in 1972 and has produced some big-name champions in that time.

The likes of Tony Jacklin, Sandy Lyle, Greg Norman and Sam Torrance have all reigned supreme at the Italian Open over the years, and here, we analyse the daily action as one of the field of 156 looks to join them on the list of champions.

Final Round Recap

Hennie Otto secured a two-shot Italian Open victory after going round in 68 without hitting a single bogey.

Otto was in clinical form after going into clubhouse two ahead overnight, and victory in Torino ensured that the South African secured his third European Tour win.

Speaking after his victory, Otto told Sky Sports:

“The last three days have been superb.

“I came in and struggled a bit on day one, then hit a terrible drive off the first on day two. You wonder then if you’re going to make the cut. Lo and behold, with the way the game is, I’ve played beautifully since then."

His total after four rounds was -20 and ensured that he stayed two shots clear of his nearest challenger, David Howell of England. 

Scottish golfer Stephen Gallacher was bidding to secure his place in Europe's Ryder Cup team. Needing a second place finish to ensure that, Gallacher fell heartbreakingly close, one stroke short of Howell in third. 

Round 3 Recap



Hennie Otto kept his lead at the top of Italian Open leaderboard on Saturday, with his one-under-par 71 just enough to keep his nose ahead.

The South African started the day three shots clear after carding a remarkable 10-under round on Friday,...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Golf

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