National bowler hopes to end drought
Lee will be hoping to end the almost two-year drought with a victory in Tamuning. Meanwhile, Three-time Hong Kong Open champion, Wu Siu Hong cemented his pole position with an improved 914 scoreline over his earlier 900.
Asian Championship two gold medalist, Chester King showed a return to form with 873 to finish ahead of Lee in second. Asian Championship Doubles gold medalist, Cyrus Cheung of Hong Kong finished fourth.
Asian Ranked No. 1 and overnight leader, Chan Shuk Han of Hong Kong settled for second with 837 despite improving on her earlier score of 761 ahead of teammate, Vanessa Fung, who also improved from 761 to 845 in third spot.
Leanne Rankin of Guam became the new leader in the local pool with 755 followed by Felymar Mandapat and early leader, Shannon Bukikosa in second and third positions with 709 and 714 respectively.
The top 8 men at the end of the finals will advance into the elimination rounds with the top 4 earning a bye into Round 2. The 5th-seed will meet the 8th-seed while the 6th and 7th seeds will face each other. The winners of Round 1 will meet the 4 seeded bowlers in Round 2 and winners will proceed to the semi-finals and thereafter the title match.
Detailed scores: Ladies' O Qualifying | Men's O Qualifying.