Bhatia Braves Wind, Takes 2-Shot Lead at Pebble Beach with Six Early Birdies

• Akshay Bhatia secured a 2-shot lead at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, braving strong winds to card a 4-under 68.
• He made six birdies in seven holes early in the third round, leading by as many as five shots at one point.
• Bhatia's bogey-free streak ended after 47 holes due to strengthening winds affecting his shots on the back nine.
• Collin Morikawa climbed 25 spots with an 11-birdie round of 62, tying for second place with Jake Knapp and Sepp Straka.
• Defending champion Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler are significantly behind the leader, facing challenges on the course.