Nocera takes commanding lead

French Solheim Cup player Gwladys Nocera posted a four-under-par 68 to take a commanding five-shot lead in the Ladies Spanish Open at Panoramica Golf and Country Club.

The 30-year-old’s nine-under-par total put her ahead of Wales’ Becky Brewerton, who had a 68, and first-round leader Lynnette Brooky, who had a 74.