Chanelle Avaricio leads ICTSI Del Monte Championship by one shot heading into final round

Chanelle Avaricio maintained a one-shot lead heading into the final round of the ICTSI Del Monte Championship despite a second-round 72.

She attributed her struggles in the second round to difficulties with approach shots and putting, though her driving remained strong.

Defending champion Daniella Uy is one shot behind at 140 after a 71, while Sarah Ababa is two shots back at 141 following a 70.

Kristine Fleetwood is three shots behind at 142 after a 70, and Mafy Singson, Harmie Constantino, and Velinda Castil are tied at 143.

In the men's division, Rupert Zaragosa surged to the top with a 64.