Tree fault-free at Panoramica

Toby Tree produced a faultless seven under par 65 to reach 18 under par overall at Panoramica Golf & Sport Resort in Spain after 54 holes at the Second Stage of European Tour Qualifying School.

The Englishman produced a sizzling display as he racked up an unanswered seven birdies during his blotch-free round on the third day.

Tree is one shot to the good of fellow Englishman Matthew Southgate, whose remarkable front nine 28, comprising eight birdies on the trot, was the catalyst to him carding his eight under par round of 64.

Southgate opened with a par but proceeded to make light work of the Panoramica front nine, birdieing all of the remaining opening holes. He came home in a steady 36, making nine consecutive pars to stay at eight under for the day and 17 under for the tournament.

There are 17 spots up for grabs at Panormaica, with a total of 68 qualifying spots available to the Final Stage across all four venues.

The Final Stage takes place at European Tour Destination PGA Catalunya Resort in north-east Spain later this month, where the top 25 players plus ties will earn their playing rights for The 2015 Race to Dubai.