6-under start puts Akshay Bhatia in control | Round 3 | AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am | 2026

Akshay Bhatia's Dominant Start

• 🚀 Akshay Bhatia began Round 3 with an impressive performance, securing three birdies in his first four holes and four birdies in the first five.
• 💡 He achieved five under through six holes, demonstrating a "brilliant start" to his round at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
• ✅ Bhatia maintained six for six in greens in regulation during this early surge, highlighting his precision.

Maintaining Control and Lead

• 🎯 Bhatia established a five-shot lead early in the round, showcasing his strong control over the field.
• ⛳ He consistently found fairways and remained bogey-free for the week up to a certain point, reflecting his consistent play.
• 🧠 His attitude was noted as excellent, with the speaker mentioning that "bumps happen" but don't bother him, focusing on a good stroke.

Round 3 Performance Highlights

• 📈 Bhatia's play included several excellent putts with perfect speed and line, contributing to his low score.
• 📊 Despite an initial 6-under on the front, he finished the back nine at 2-over, resulting in a 4-under 68 for the round.
• 🏆 This performance brought him to 19-under after 54 holes, giving him a two-shot lead going into the final day.

Tournament Context

• ⛳ The event is the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, a signature event on the PGA TOUR.
• 🗓️ The tournament is set in 2026, with the course at Pebble Beach Golf Links having been stretched in preparation for the next year's US Open.