Guerrier did not stop there, adding another birdie at the 15th hole, which allowed him to maintain a narrow lead over England’s Dan Brown, who also delivered a commendable round featuring two eagles and five birdies.
Reflecting on his outstanding front nine, Guerrier likened it to playing a video game, expressing the ease and joy he felt on the course. “It felt very nice,” he commented, while also emphasizing the challenge of remaining focused throughout the full 18 holes, particularly considering the unpredictable wind conditions that can change the dynamics of play at any moment.
The French golfer had a flawless round, carding no bogeys at the Real Club de Golf Sotogrande, which further underscored his excellence on the day. He remarked on the gratifying feeling of playing well, acknowledging that while it may seem effortless to spectators, maintaining a present mindset during such emotional highs can be difficult. He highlighted the importance of balancing enjoyment with concentration during play.
Jon Rahm, competing in his third European tour event in just four weeks, managed to secure a 2-under-par round, which featured five birdies paired with three bogeys, placing him in a tie for 38th position. Ranked No. 14 globally, Rahm is the highest-ranked player in the field for this tournament, which represents the final European event of the year before the tour shifts to locations in South Korea, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai.
Thriston Lawrence, another top 50 player, was on the leaderboard with a score of 69. Meanwhile, Jorge Campillo from Spain put himself in contention, finishing just two shots behind the leader after recording a bogey-free round of 64.