Third round of China Open canceled because of thunder and lightning. Event shortened to 54 holes

SHENZHEN, China (AP) — The third round of the China Open has been canceled because of thunder and lightning. The European Tour has announced it will now be a 54-hole event with Sunday’s final round being played in a two-tee, three-ball format starting at 8.00 a.m. local time. Sebastian Soderberg of Sweden leads on 16 under par and holds a three-shot advantage over Paul Waring of England at Hidden Grace Golf Club.

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