Lee holds slim edge heading into final round

by AMELIA BOUCHARD
OTTAWA, (CAJ News) – AT the culmination of play on Saturday, 10 January 2026, the LIV Golf Promotions event in Lecanto, Florida saw Canada’s Richard T. Lee emerge as the early pacesetter, holding a two-shot advantage heading into the final round of competition.

Lee’s performance through three rounds positioned him strongly as players vied for one of three coveted LIV Golf League cards for the upcoming 2026 season.

Alongside Lee, American veteran Anthony Kim impressed, making a late-day charge and boosting his chances of securing a wildcard spot.

The event, spanning 8–11 January, functions as a high-stakes shootout, with the top finishers not only earning league status but also exemptions in the Asian Tour’s International Series, offering broader competitive opportunities across Asia.

Irishman Max Kennedy also made headlines by advancing into the final 36-hole stage, keeping his own LIV aspirations alive.

While not a Europe or Asia-based venue, the stakes have real implications for players targeting the Asian Tour pathway, making this weekend’s golf story relevant beyond the U.S fairways.

– CAJ News