STRAFFAN, Ireland (AP) — Ángel Hidalgo made 12 birdies to match a European Tour single-round record and move into second place with a 9-under 63 in the third round of the Irish Open on Saturday, while Adrien Saddier of France took the tournament lead with a 68.

Fan favourite Rory McIlroy also stayed in contention after the Northern Irishman hit a bogey-free 68. The world's No. 2 player is four strokes behind Saddier's total of 15-under 201 at The K Club.

McIlroy is tied for fourth with Joakim Lagergren after the Swede lost his overnight lead by shooting a 73. His inconsistent round included four birdies, three bogeys and a double-bogey.

Alfredo García-Heredia is third at three shots back after he made two eagles in his 67.

Hidalgo's big day included seven birdies in a row to finish one

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