India's Jeev Milkha Singh carded a steady two-under-par 70 in the second round to move into a tie for 20th place at the OFX Irish Legends, keeping himself within striking distance heading into the final round of the 54-hole event at Carton House.
The veteran golfer produced a composed performance, mixing solid ball-striking with consistent putting to improve his position on the leaderboard after the opening round. While he remained some distance behind the leaders, Singh will be aiming for a strong finish on the final day as he continues his pursuit of a maiden title on the European Legends Tour.
One of India's most accomplished golfers, Singh has enjoyed an illustrious professional career with victories across Asia, Europe and Japan. However, success on the senior circuit has so far eluded him, making this week's event another opportunity to break through and add a Legends Tour title to his impressive résumé.
Singh has maintained a busy international schedule in recent months, dividing his time between multiple competitions across the globe. Alongside appearances on the European and Japanese senior tours, he has also been involved in the Indian Golf Premier League, balancing competitive commitments across different formats and continents.
His experience and consistency have enabled him to remain competitive despite the demanding schedule, and another solid round on Sunday could see him climb further up the standings in a tightly contested field.
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At the top of the leaderboard, England's Robert Coles emerged as the player to beat after producing another outstanding display. Coles fired a second successive seven-under-par 65 to build a commanding three-shot lead going into the final round.
The Englishman's round gathered momentum with a spectacular run of late birdies, allowing him to pull clear of the chasing pack. His consistent play over the first two rounds has placed him in a strong position to challenge for the title, although several experienced players remain within reach if he falters on the final day.
The OFX Irish Legends has attracted a strong field of former European Tour winners and Ryder Cup players, ensuring a highly competitive contest throughout the week. With just one round remaining, attention will be on whether Coles can convert his advantage into victory, while players further down the leaderboard, including Singh, will look to finish strongly and secure valuable ranking points.
For Jeev Milkha Singh, the final round represents another chance to build momentum on the senior circuit and continue his search for a breakthrough victory. A low score on Sunday could significantly improve his finishing position and provide a welcome boost as he prepares for upcoming events on the Legends Tour and other international competitions.
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