Gordon Manson two shots clear in Portugal
The Austria-based Scot, who shared top spot after the opening round, leads by two shots after a two-under 69 for a five-under total of 208.
Former Scottish PGA champion Fraser Mann, who lost his card after a tough rookie season on the over-50s circuit, stayed on course for a swift return with a 70 to share eighth on 213, but Aberdeen's Peter Smith slipped out of the qualifying zone with a 76 for 216.
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Hide AdIn Italy, Scott Henry secured a place on next year's Alps Tour after the closing round of the qualifying school final at Riva Dei Tessali.
The Clydebank professional signed off with a one-over 72 to grab the 23rd of 35 qualifying places on offer.