Tambalque sets pace with 66

MANILA, Philippines — Patrick Tambalque delivered a bogey-free 66 in rain-softened conditions to seize a commanding lead in the boys’ 15-18 division of the ICTSI Caliraya Springs Junior PGT Championship yesterday, even as multiple tight contests shaped up across the other categories of the tournament.

Gentle winds further challenged the field, but Tambalque, fresh off a victory at Sherwood Hills and returning after skipping the Splendido Taal leg, turned the par-72 course into his playground with his stellar six-under card giving him a seven-stroke advantage over Zachary Villaroman and John Paul Agustin, who both turned in 73s.