Having failed to properly finish each of his first two rounds at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, the Lehi resident played brilliantly on the back nine Saturday. He made four birdies to complete a 4-under-par 66 that became even better as the day progressed and the wind blew on Long Island, drying out the greens.
Finau finished his round more than four hours before the final twosome got done. In the end, he stood 3 over par for the tournament, in a four-way tie for the lead.
Finau will play with Daniel Berger in the final group Sunday.