American golfer Bryson DeChambeau will take a one-stroke lead into the final round of the Dubai Desert Classic after shooting a 4-under 68 on Saturday.

Li Haotong, who is looking to claim back-to-back victories at the Emirates Golf Club, is the nearest challenger to DeChambeau after moving into second place outright with a third straight 67 of the week.

Three-time winner Ernie Els (70) and Matt Wallace (69) are two shots further back after three rounds.

Bryson Dechambeau of the U.S. plays off the 2nd tee during round three of the Dubai Desert Classic golf tournament in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019. (AP PhotoKamran Jebreili)

Bryson Dechambeau of the U.S. plays off the 2nd tee during round three of the Dubai Desert Classic golf tournament in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019. (AP PhotoKamran Jebreili)

DeChambeau, who is the highest-ranked player in the field at No. 5, is seeking his first victory overseas.

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