Korea’s Soomin Lee held a narrow lead after the third round of the Moutai Singapore Open on Saturday, November 9, at Singapore Island Country Club. He carded a bogey-free 69 on the New Course to remain on 15-under, edging ahead of compatriot Jeunghun Wang and American James Piot.

Lee’s round included three birdies, with a decisive birdie on the par-five 18th, where he reached the green in two to tie Wang and Piot before taking the solo lead.

“On the front nine I had good opportunities but made a few mistakes on putts,” Lee said. “On the back nine, the wind picked up, but I stayed bogey free and made a long two-putt birdie on the last. It was a good day.”

The 32-year-old turned professional three years after finishing second at the 2011 Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship, which was also held at the same course. Lee has one DP World Tour victory and five Korean PGA Tour titles, and he is chasing his first Asian Tour and International Series crown.

Contenders remain in striking distance

Wang shot 67, including six birdies, while Piot also returned 67 to stay within striking distance. The 2021 U.S. Amateur champion birdied the first two holes and finished bogey free.

Japan’s Yosuke Asaji recorded the round of the day with a 65, tying for fourth alongside Korea’s Bio Kim (67). Thailand’s Jazz Janewattananond (68), Australia’s Kevin Yuan (69), and South Africa’s Ian Snyman (69) are also close enough to challenge on the final day.

“I focused on reading my putts well this week,” Asaji said. “Tomorrow, I just want to enjoy my game and stay in the moment.”

Filipino Miguel Tabuena shot a 70 for 10-under, putting himself in a strong position to move up the Asian Tour Order of Merit and International Series standings. Merit leader Kazuki Higa and ranking leader Scott Vincent both missed the cut, giving Tabuena a key opportunity to climb the leaderboard.

Final round showdown expected Sunday

Lee will play alongside Wang in the final round on Sunday, November 10, creating a dramatic duel for the title. Wang, a three-time DP World Tour winner, has not won in seven years but showed strong form with six birdies in the third round.

“Today was a good round for me despite the wind,” Wang said. “I’m happy with five-under and will enjoy the final 18 holes.”

Piot is chasing his first Asian Tour victory. His early birdies and bogey-free performance leave him well positioned for the title.

The Moutai Singapore Open is the penultimate event of The International Series, offering a pathway to the LIV Golf League for top performers.