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Westwood was on target to break his own old-course record until bogeys at the 17th and 18th meant he had to settle for a 65 and 15-under-par total.

And the 34-year-old will face stiff competition on Sunday for the 17th European Tour title of his career from local favourite and tournament promoter Gonzalo Fernandez-Castano, who is chasing a second win in seven days after victory in the Italian Open.

"I was pleased with the way I played. I didn't hit the ball as well as I would have liked but it was nice to hole a few putts for a change," said Westwood, who abandoned his belly putter after an opening 72.

"On the last two holes I short-sided myself and it's just one of those things you have to accept. I was trying to make birdie, not bogey, but I'm not particularly bothered. These things happen.

"My sole aim this week was to get my putting back in order and I've done that. It's been a great week so far no matter what happens.

"I was going round in circles and needed to find a new putting method and use it under pressure. All the boxes have been ticked already."