Simpson moves back into lead at Wells Fargo

6:13 PM, May 5, 2012   |    comments
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Charlotte, NC (Sports Network) - Webb Simpson birdied two of his final four holes Saturday to jump into first place after three rounds of the Wells Fargo Championship.

Simpson, one of three co-leaders after the first round, carded a three-under 69 and finished 54 holes at 14-under par 202. His strong finish allowed him to emerge from a crowded field and take a one-stroke lead at Quail Hollow.

Ryan Moore (68) and D.A. Points (69) played bogey-free rounds and share second place at 13-under 203.

World No. 2 Rory McIlroy, the 2010 champion, had two bogeys but still managed a six-under 66. That round moved him up nine places into fourth, which he shares with second-round leader Nick Watney (72).

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