It is narrated from Sayyiduna Aws that he saw the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) performing ablution, and the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) took water in his palm three times. I asked for what purpose? He replied: For washing the hands.
Hadith Referenceمسند احمد / مسند المدنيين رضي الله عنهم اجمعين / 16180
Hadith Gradingحکم دارالسلام:إسناده ضعيف لجهالة أبن عمرو بن أوس