Michael Campbell raced into an early Wentworth lead

The New Zealander gave Goosen - a 12&11 winner over Mark Hensby on Friday - a taste of his own medicine, racing into a lead with early birdies and an eagle.

He did not have to work too hard to defend his advantage in the afternoon, Goosen playing unusually sloppy golf.

The South African delayed the end until the 12th hole before tamely bowing out.

Campbell made life a little awkward for himself at the end, rolling four-feet past from medium range when he had the luxury of two putts for victory.

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But he made amends by sinking the follow-up, a fair reward for the almost faultless golf he had played until that point.

"This morning I came out strong. I eagled the fourth hole and birdied the next three," said Campbell.

"After that, I just wanted to hold that lead. Goosen is a great player and a friend of mine, but he just didn't fire - which is unfortunate for him.

"I haven't really thought about the final - I just want to recharge the batteries and get some rest."

McGinley's match with Angel Cabrera was closer.

The Irishman carved out a three-shot lead at the halfway stage, putting his Argentine opponent behind on the Wentworth scorecards for the first time this week.

My all-round play is good. I'm sinking putts and mentally I have a sharp edge at the moment Paul McGinley

And he rose to Cabrera's challenge during the afternoon, the pair trading some excellent shots - as well as some less impressive efforts - before McGinley was able to wrap his 4&3 victory.

Boosted by vocal support from the crowds, McGinley had relied heavily on his putter for long periods to stretch his lead to five, sinking brave putts at key times.

But his putting stroke wavered towards the close when he allowed Cabrera back within three with four to play.

Just as the prospect of a grandstand finish grew, Cabrera drove his tee shot to 15 out of bounds, allowing McGinley to close out the contest.

"This event is full of quality players and you won't get a match easy," said the winner.

"The three shots I pulled ahead early were important - I knew he'd throw the kitchen sink at me after lunch and I wasn't wrong.

"I'm pleased, but I'm here to win and I'll have to play well.