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Alvaro Quiros hits over TV tower from cart path at Rocco Forte Open

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Watch Alvaro Quiros' remarkable recovery to save par on the final hole of his third round

Alvaro Quiros produced a shot of the season contender to help set up a commanding lead heading into the final round of the Rocco Forte Open.

The Spaniard, chasing a first European Tour title since 2011, held a two-shot advantage heading into the weekend before extending his cushion to five strokes during a day of difficult scoring in Sicily.

Quiros leads in Sicily
Quiros leads in Sicily

The best of the action from day three of the Rocco Forte Open.

Quiros was just one of seven players to break par in strong winds gusting up to 30mph, with one effort standing out from his one-under 70.

The six-time European Tour winner mixed five birdies and four bogeys during his round at Vendura Golf Club, where he saved par in dramatic fashion at the par-four 18th.

SCIACCA, ITALY - MAY 20:  Alvaro Quiros of Spain plays a shot on the 17th hole during the third round of The Rocco Forte Open at The Verdura Golf and Spa R
Image: Quiros has slipped to No 703 in the world rankings

Quiros found the bunker of the tee and flew his second way over the back of the green, where he then delivered an incredible pitch over a television tower from a cart path to leave a certain par.

Click on the video above to watch Quiros' moment of magic!

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