Dale Whitnell grabs Mallorca Open lead with Ryan Fox on the prowl

England's Dale Whitnell equalled the course record to claim a one-shot lead at the halfway stage of the Mallorca Open. He carded an eagle and six birdies in a bogey-free 63

COURSE RECORD: Dale Whitnell of England tees off on the ninth hole on day two of the Mallorca Golf Open at Son Muntaner Golf Club in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Pic: Andrew Redington/Getty Images

England's Dale Whitnell equalled the course record to claim a one-shot lead at the halfway stage of the Mallorca Open.

Whitnell carded an eagle and six birdies in a bogey-free 63 at Son Muntaner Golf Club in Palma, matching the mark set by compatriot Marcus Armitage on day one.