Rory McIlroy is only two shots off the pace after he recovered from a bad start on Day 3 of the French Open.
The World No 4, who hit a double bogey and three bogeys in the first eight holes, is 6-under par after starting the day in a share of the lead.
He is tied in second with South Korea's Jeunghun Wang.
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Padraig Harraington is 7-over par.
Thongchai Jaidee leads the way on 8-under par.