Q. Rianne, congratulations on your round today. Seven birdies, one eagle, bogey-free. Tell me about your round today.
RIANNE MIKHAELA MALIXI: Yeah, it was pretty simple. Just very consistent throughout the round today.
Phenomenal iron play today made things a lot easier. I think that was the key for today.
Q. You now made history. So you have the lowest round in the Women's Amateur Asia Pacific. Yeah, how does it feel to own that piece of history?
RIANNE MIKHAELA MALIXI: Honestly hasn't sunk in yet, but I feel very grateful and honored.
Q. The last time you played here you were tied third and now you're in a pretty good position at the moment. What is it about that course that suits your game?
RIANNE MIKHAELA MALIXI: I mean, this course really fits my eye. It's a really draw bias course, so it works in my favor.
I think really good iron play is such a huge key to this week. Hopefully putts will drop. Yeah, that's my main focus for tomorrow.
Q. How much does it mean to represent the Philippines?
RIANNE MIKHAELA MALIXI: It means a lot. I'm just very honored to have the opportunity to play such a prestigious course, a prestigious event. It's just surreal.
Q. You're in the mix now to challenge for the trophy. What's the mindset going into the final day tomorrow?
RIANNE MIKHAELA MALIXI: Pretty simple. Just pretty much focusing on the present and taking one shot at a time.
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