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Zack Swanwick Surges Into the Lead at Asia-Pacific Amateur in New Zealand
Gomez shot a 2-under 69 as only five players broke par in 50 km/h winds, leaving him seven shots off the lead.
- On Saturday, New Zealander Zack Swanwick seized the Asia-Pacific Amateur lead at Te Arai Links with a 4-under 67, reaching 7-under 206 and establishing a two-shot cushion heading into Sunday's final round.
- Defending champion Fifa Laopakdee of Thailand fell two shots back after a 73, struggling with back-nine bogeys on the windswept South Course. The Arizona State senior previously led early in the tournament.
- Australian teenager Harrison Gomez remains at even par after shooting 2-under 69 on Friday, while compatriot Jonty Lunson trails at one over following a 1-under 70. Both navigated brutal winds to stay in contention.
- New Zealander Cooper Moore sits outright second at 5-under-par after carding a 70 on Saturday. The 2025 Australian Boys Amateur champion seeks New Zealand's first Asia-Pacific Amateur title.
- The tournament winner secures a berth in next year's Masters and British Open, offering the field a realistic chance to claim the championship. With 50kmh winds potentially continuing, contenders remain compact heading into Sunday's final round.
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