Lago, Mendoza show way
MANILA, Philippines — Ethan Lago and Denise Mendoza launched a strong push for the ICTSI Elite Junior Finals with commanding performances in the 7-10 age division, while siblings Rafella and Ralph Batican delivered contrasting rounds in the 11-14 category as the Negros Occidental Junior PGT Championship got underway yesterday at the tough Marapara layout.
Lago, the Mactan leg champion, carded a steady even-par 70 highlighted by three birdies and three bogeys as the eight-year-old Ateneo de Davao standout built a commanding nine-shot lead over fellow Davaoeño Lucas Revilleza (79) in the boys’ 7-10 division.
Cagayan de Oro’s James Rolida carded an 83, while Shaqeeq Tanog (87), Cebu’s Darren Ong (95), and Tobias Tiongko (96), struggled through hot and humid conditions.
In the girls’ side, Cebu’s Denise Mendoza overcame a roller-coaster start to fire a 72 and grab a huge 16-stroke lead over Bacolod’s Ana Marie Aguilar (88).
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