Korda, Thompson share lead

Nelly Korda started with two birdies and finished the same way Saturday, making up plenty of ground along the way for a 7-under 63 that gave her a share of the lead with Lexi Thompson in the Pelican Women’s Championship in Belleair, Fla. Low scores ruled the day again at Pelican Golf Club, with 10 rounds at 65 or better. Thompson did her part with a 65 that allowed her to join Korda at 16-under 194, with no shortage of contenders right behind them heading into the final round. Eight players were separated by four shots, a list that included defending champion Sei Young Kim (65) and long-shot

Christina Kim (65), who earned a late sponsor exemption that all but ensured she would keep a full LPGA Tour card for next year. Former University of Arkansas golfer

Maria Fassi is tied for ninth place after a 68 on Saturday, leaving her at 10-under for the tournament.

Gaby Lopez (Razorbacks) also shot a 68 on Saturday and is at 9-under overall.