McIlroy chases first victory since Masters at Irish Open tournament

In the picturesque setting of the Irish Open, the competition is heating up as we approach the final round. Adrien Saddier, who won the Italian Open earlier this year, is currently leading the pack after an impressive third round. Saddier posted a 68, featuring seven birdies and three bogeys, putting him one shot ahead of the competition.

Hot on Saddier's heels is Angel Hidalgo, who carded a stunning 63 on Saturday. Hidalgo's round was highlighted by a European Tour record 12 birdies, a performance he described as feeling like he was playing a video game. This impressive outing has propelled Hidalgo into title contention.

While Saddier and Hidalgo battle it out for the lead, the spotlight also remains on Rory McIlroy. The world number two shot a bogey-free 68, but despite this strong performance, he finds himself four shots behind the leader heading into the final round. McIlroy is bidding to win his second Irish Open title.

McIlroy, however, was less than pleased with his performance, stating, "This is probably the most frustrating four-under par round of golf I've played in a while." Despite this, he remains optimistic, acknowledging that there are still 18 holes to play and a lot can happen.

Meanwhile, Joakim Lagergren slipped to four shots behind the leader with a round of 73. Saddier, who led after two rounds of last week's European Masters, also posted a 68. Interestingly, Saddier has previously mentioned struggling with consistency, adding an intriguing element to the final round.

As the sun sets on the third day of the Irish Open, the stage is set for an exciting climax. With McIlroy chasing the leader and Hidalgo's record-breaking round, the final round promises to be a thrilling spectacle. Stay tuned for updates as the action unfolds.