'I was living in the toilet' - sick Li moves into Masters contention
China's Li Haotong didn't think he would be able to play at the Masters on Friday because of illness - then moved into contention for the Green Jacket.
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"I am, actually. Especially [because I went] to the toilet last night a lot of times."
— Li Haotong , Athlete
"I'm glad I survived today."
— Li Haotong , Athlete
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China's Li Haotong didn't think he would be able to play at the Masters on Friday because of illness - then moved into contention for the Green Jacket.
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