Lisa extends European lead

Golf: Ireland's Lisa Maguire extended her advantage at the top of leaderboard heading into the final day of the European Women…

Golf:Ireland's Lisa Maguire extended her advantage at the top of leaderboard heading into the final day of the European Women's Individual championship at Noordwijkse Golf Club in the Netherlands.

In difficult conditions the 16-year-old carded a one over 73 to drop back to two-under, but is still the only player in the field to break par.

The Slieve Russell golfer now holds a four shot lead over her nearest challenger, Perrine Delacour from France, who shot 74. Denmark's Charlotte Kring Lorentzen (75) was a shot further back on three-over.

Lisa's twin sister Leona also put herself into a position to challenge in tomorrow's final round after an impressive 72 brought her to within six of her sibling. Lisa equalled the low round of the day.

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Royal Portrush golfer Stephanie Meadow shot 75 to be eighth on eight over and is also set for a strong finish.

Royal County Down's Danielle McVeigh made up more ground with her battling 74 to be tied 29th on 15 over.

Charlene Reid returned an 83, while Emma O'Driscoll (87) and Gillian O'Leary (84) were also well down the field.