Golf: Iles 32nd in Idaho

Kiwi golfer Brad Iles. Photo / Getty Images

New Zealand golfer Brad Iles finished 32nd on the Nationwide Tour's Boise Open in Idaho today to maintain his challenge for a PGA Tour card next year.

Four birdies helped Iles card a final round two-under 69 to finish at 10-under and improve one place from his overnight position.

More importantly, his season prizemoney improved to $US129,726 ($NZ179,393) keeping him in the hunt for a top-25 finish on the Nationwide Tour money list, which would automatically grant him entry to the 2011 PGA Tour.

Iles, who finished second in the Utah Championship a week ago, improved from 33rd to 32nd on the money list, with six tournaments remaining in the season. He sits less than $US11,000 outside the top 25.

The Boise Open was won by American Hunter Haas, whose 21-under score was a shot clear of compatriot Daniel Summerhays.

- NZPA