Casandra Alexander takes a three-stroke Women's Irish Open lead into the final round.

Alexander shot 69 to reach 18 under at the K Club, three strokes ahead of Sara Kouskova. Heavy rain suspended play during the third round.

Leona Maguire made nine birdies in a bogey-free 63, moving into a tie for sixth at 11 under. Kajsa Arwefjaell also shot 63 and holds third place at 13 under.