The likliehood of Keith Nolan earning his playing rights on the US PGA tour is fading fast as the final round of qualifying school draws to a close.

Needing to finish in the top 30 to win a card for the forthcoming season, the Dubliner is currently 50th of the 145-strong field with just four holes to play.

More importantly, at four-under he remains five shots adrift of the pace needed and will need to pick up shots at all of his remaining holes to stand any chance of forcing his way into the top 30.