Semi-final place at stake as Ireland take on Sweden

A clash with hosts Sweden awaits Ireland today with a place in the semi-finals of the European Senior Men’s Team Championship at stake.

The team, captained by Sean O’Leary, came through stroke qualifying over the PGA Sweden National course in second on four-under overall and were only narrowly pipped for top spot by Scotland.

Former professional Jim Carvill (Banbridge) was the leading Irishman as he finished tied for second in the individual standings on four-under – although he found it tougher going yesterday with a two-over 74 following his stunning 66 on day one.