Avani Prashanth Shines as Top Players Battle at Lalla Aicha Q-School

Avani Prashanth maintains her quest for Ladies European Tour rights despite a challenging third round at Lalla Aicha Q-School. Avani tied 15th, with close competition from other contenders. Spain's Blanca Fernandez leads, while Daniela Darquea and Anna Foster showcase impressive performances heading into the final rounds.

Avani Prashanth is keeping her dream alive of securing playing rights on the Ladies European Tour, remaining competitive despite an over-par performance in the third round of the Lalla Aicha Q-School Final Qualifier. After shooting impressive 69s in the initial rounds, Avani recorded a 1-over 73 at the Par-72 Al Maaden Golf Course. She currently stands at 6-under, tied for 15th, with Amandeep Drall following closely at 5-under and tied for 20th.

Indian golfers Sneha Singh, with scores of 73-70-72, and Hitaashee Bakshi, who shot 76-77-67, are respectively at 3-under and 2-over. Vani Kapoor stands at 3-over. Competitors rotate between the Par-72 Royal Golf Marrakech and the Par-73 Al Maaden Golf Marrakech courses, with the crucial fifth round set for Al Maaden.

The competition is intense with Spain's Blanca Fernandez taking the lead after an incredible round of 67 (-6), bringing her to 13-under. Daniela Darquea is close behind, having shot a 68 (-4), while Ireland's Anna Foster had a remarkable 65 (-8), tying for third with Teresa Toscano.

(With inputs from agencies.)