LUKE DONALD faces a tough task to retain his Madrid Masters title after a poor finish to his second round at El Encin Golf Hotel yesterday.

PAUL McGINLEY’S chances of making Europe’s Ryder Cup team look bleak after he missed the cut at the Saint Omer Open yesterday.

On the opening day fo the 2001 interpros, holders Leinster were held to a draw by Ulster who finished last at Thurles 12 months ago.