Jarmo Sandelin of Sweden shot his third consecutive 6-under-par 66 on Saturday and took a three-stroke lead with one round to play in the Spanish Open.

Sergio Garcia, the 19-year-old Spanish star who is making his pro debut, shot a 70 in the third round for a 210 total.

Sandelin made birdies on five of the last nine holes on the El Prat course and reached the 54-hole mark with a 198 total.

Ireland's Paul McGinley also had a 66 on Saturday and moved into second place, one stroke ahead of Spaniard Juan Carlos Aguero, who shot a 67.

At the start of the round, Sandelin shared the lead with Paul Lawrie, but the Scot shot a 73 and fell into a four-way tie for fifth place.

Ignacio Garrido of Spain was tied for fourth with Britain's Jamie Spence at 13 under par.