Gary Wolstenholme in action in Mallorca. Picture ©Getty ImagesPhilip Walton’s hopes of winning on his European Senior Tour debut ended when he made a nightmare start to the second round of the Mallorca Open Senior at Pula Golf Club.

Philip Walton was pleased to shoot 69 on his European Senior Tour debut in Mallorca. Picture ©Getty ImagesPhilip Walton made an impressive start to his Senior Tour career when he opened with a two under par 69 to lie just one shot off the lead in the Mallorca Open Senior Open.

Philip Walton will makes his European Senior Tour debut on May 11. Photo ©Getty ImagesAs we explained when he turned 50 on March 28, Philip Walton can’t wait to prove himself on the European Senior Tour when he makes his debut in the Mallorca Senior Open next month. The Europen Tour catches up with the Dubliner:

Ryder Cup hero Philip Walton turns 50 today insisting he’s grateful to get a second chance to revive his career on the European Senior Tour.

The popular Malahide man has had a nightmare time since he lost his European Tour card at the end of 2005. But he’s full of hope again today and itching to make his debut alongside the golden oldies in the Mallorca Senior Open on May 11.