Refreshed Fichardt takes lead in France

South African Darren Fichardt took the lead in the French Open as he shot a 66 at Le Golf National today.

Thu, 24 Jun, 2004 - 20:05

South African Darren Fichardt took the lead in the French Open as he shot a 66 at Le Golf National today.

Fichardt, whose two European tour wins have come in faraway Brazil and Qatar, came home in 31 to pinch the lead when conditions eased a little during the afternoon.

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