Spain’s Jorge Campillo is making a statement at the Andalucia Masters, surging to a commanding four-shot lead at the halfway point of the tournament. The 36-year-old Spaniard backed up his opening round 64 with an impressive bogey-free 7-under 65 at the Real Club de Golf Sotogrande.
Flawless Play Propels Campillo
Campillo’s round was a masterclass in consistency and precision. He navigated the challenging course without a single blemish on his scorecard, notching an eagle on the par-4 11th hole along with five birdies.
His 36-hole total of 13-under par puts him in a comfortable position heading into the weekend. Campillo expressed satisfaction with his play so far:
I’m very happy with my game. To go bogey-free around here is not easy, so I’m quite pleased with how I handled myself out there.
– Jorge Campillo
Chasing Pack Led by Englishman Dan Brown
England’s Dan Brown finds himself as Campillo’s nearest pursuer, four shots adrift after rounds of 67-68. A group of three players sit one shot further back at 8-under, including overnight leader Julien Guerrier, Scott Jamieson, and Jordan Smith.
Home Favorite Jon Rahm in the Mix
Spanish star and world No. 14 Jon Rahm remains in contention despite a seven-shot deficit to his compatriot Campillo. Rahm, the highest-ranked player in the field, carded a solid 6-under 66 to reach 6-under for the tournament.
The 28-year-old Rahm is seeking his first European Tour victory on home soil, and he refuses to count himself out of the race:
Seven shots is a lot, but we’ve seen bigger comebacks before. I’m playing well, and if I can put together a couple of really low rounds over the weekend, you never know.
– Jon Rahm
Final European Event of the Season
The Andalucia Masters marks the final tournament of the year on European soil for the European Tour. After this week, the tour will conclude with three events in Asia and the Middle East:
- South Korea
- Abu Dhabi
- Dubai
For Campillo and the other contenders, a victory in Sotogrande would provide a significant boost heading into the final stretch of the season. With 36 holes to play and a star-studded field in pursuit, the stage is set for a thrilling weekend of golf in southern Spain.
As Campillo looks to maintain his lead and secure a fourth European Tour title, the golfing world will be watching closely. Can the Spaniard continue his bogey-free brilliance, or will one of his rivals mount a charge and overtake him? The next two days will provide the answer.
