Bradley Dredge shoots 66 to take 3rd-round lead at Irish Open

Bradley Dredge had seven birdies for a 6-under 66 Saturday to take a one-stroke lead after the third round of the Irish Open.

Dredge, who lost to Padraig Harrington in a playoff here last year, overcame a slow start by making six birdies over the last 10 holes to sit at 9-under 207. Richard Finch, who won the New Zealand Open in December, is one shot back after a 65.

Lee Westwood had a tournament-best 64 and held third place, one clear of David Frost (66), Felipe Aguilar (67) and Robert Karlsson (69).

Darren Clarke looked to be putting himself in contention by making four birdies in five holes on the back nine, leaving him two off the lead, but …