Watch Ángel Hidalgo match the European Tour single-round record by making 12 birdies in an electrifying 9-under 63 at the 2024 Irish Open third round.
Get exclusive highlights of Hidalgo’s seven birdies in a row and his chase for the lead. Plus, see Rory McIlroy’s bogey-free 68 as he stays in contention, four shots behind Adrien Saddier, who leads the tournament at 15-under.
Discover how Hidalgo’s incredible round places him just one stroke behind the leader and hear his own words on his near-perfect performance. Don’t miss updates on Joakim Lagergren, Alfredo García-Heredia, and more from The K Club.
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In a stunning display of skill, Angal Hidalgo achieved an impressive 12 birdies during the third round of the Irish Open, equaling a remarkable record for a single round on the European Tour with a phenomenal score of nine under 63. He climbed to second place in the tournament, just one stroke shy of the leader, Adrien Sadier from France, who managed a solid 68 to take the top spot. Rory Mroy, a crowd favorite and currently ranked second in the world, remains in the hunt for the title. He played a steady round, finishing with a boenfree score of 68, but finds himself four shots behind Sadier, who has a total of 15 under 201. Maroy is currently tied for fourth place alongside Yoim Lerren, who unfortunately lost his overnight lead after posting a 73. Legrin’s round was marked by inconsistency featuring four birdies, three bogeies, and a double bogey. In third place, Alfredo Garcia Heredia is just three strokes off the lead thanks to two eagles in his round of 67. Hidalgo’s remarkable performance included an astonishing streak of seven consecutive birdies, showcasing his exceptional talent and precision. He expressed his excitement saying, “I really felt for a few moments I was playing on the PlayStation. To be honest, every single shot was directly to the pin.” This achievement places him among an elite group of only nine players who have recorded a dozen birdies in a single round on the European tour. Interestingly, the only other player to have made 12 birdies at the K Club is Darren Clark, who accomplished this feat while setting a course record of 60 during the 1999 European Open. As the tournament progresses, the competition is heating up. Will Hidalgo maintain his momentum or can Mroy close the gap? What do you think about the pressure these players face in such high stakes situations? Share your thoughts in the comments.
