The pressure is on at Infinitum Golf in Tarragona, Spain, as golfers battle it out for coveted DP World Tour cards at the Qualifying School Final Stage. While no Irish players currently sit inside the top 20, Kilkenny's Mark Power made a significant leap, carding a superb 67 to move within striking distance of securing his place on the tour. South Africa's Zander Lombard is also making waves, sharing the lead with a strong showing.
Power Surge: Irish Hopefuls Push On
Power's impressive round included six birdies, propelling him 60 places up the leaderboard. He's now just two shots outside the all-important top-20 mark. "I’m very happy with today," Power said. "It was a really solid round, and I played great. Hopefully, I can keep that up for the next few days.”
Conor Purcell, who played a full DP World Tour campaign this season but lost his playing privileges, is also in the mix, but needs to bounce back after a disappointing finish. The competition is fierce, and every stroke counts as players vie for category 18 status at Europe’s top level.
SA's Lombard Leads the Charge
While the Irish contingent are battling hard, Zander Lombard of South Africa is making a strong statement, positioning himself at the top of the leaderboard alongside American Alex Goff and Sweden’s Oliver Gillberg. Their stellar performances highlight the international flavour of the competition and the high stakes involved.
The Road Ahead
With several rounds remaining, the competition is expected to intensify. The top 60 and ties after 72 holes will advance, continuing the fight for those precious DP World Tour cards. Golf fans across South Africa and Ireland will be watching closely to see who emerges victorious.
- Mark Power: Making a strong push for a tour card.
- Zander Lombard: Representing South Africa at the top of the leaderboard.
- Intense competition: Every stroke is crucial in the final stages.