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Ian Poulter progresses at World Matchplay Championship

Poulter progresses at World Matchplay
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Defending champion Ian Poulter is through to the last 16 of the World Matchplay Championship in Spain.

Defending champion Ian Poulter has reached the last 16 of the World Matchplay Championship in Spain.

The Englishman claimed a 4&3 victory over fellow countryman Tom Lewis to top his group.

However, Lewis is also through to the next round following his win over Brandt Senden in Friday's morning session.

The 21-year-old will now face Sergio Garcia after the Spaniard's 4&2 triumph against Japan's Tetsuji Hiratsuka.

The three biggest casualties on Friday were Peter Hanson, Charl Schwartzel and Martin Kaymer.

Last 16 draw:

Garcia vs. Lewis
McDowell vs. Finch
Lawrie vs. Bjorn
Goosen vs. Rock
Snedeker vs. Villegas
Rose vs. Colsaerts
Poulter vs. Quiros
Cabrera-Bello vs. Karlsson

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