Jaidee makes case for the defence

Defending champion Thongchai Jaidee today left the field trailing in his wake at the Carlsberg Malaysian Open in Kuala Lumpur.

Jaidee, the first Thai player to win a European Tour title when he triumphed at Saujana 12 months ago, carded a third-round 67 to finish 19 under par and open up a commanding six-shot lead.