Joachim Hansen 68 today in round 2 tied for the lead

Joachim Hansen(DEN) and James Watts(ENG) have so far matched round for round at the 2011 Oliva Nova Open. Both players shot a 2 under 70 in round 1 and today they both managed fine rounds of 68 to lead the event at -6 after 36 holes. They both share a narrow one shot margin over Ken Benz from Switzerland and yesterdays leader Tom Shadbolt(ENG). European Tour veteran Jose Manuel Carriles(ESP) finds himself 3 back after his 69 today along with James Busby of England. Players enjoyed cooler weather today with some sunshine coming throughout the day,making conditions very favorable for good scoring.

In the ladies division Merlin Palm from Estonia lengthened her lead to 10 after a 76 today and +4 for the tournament.

Final round commences tomorrow morning at 8:30 a.m.