Kiwi Michael Campbell shot a third round 78 to drop back to a tie for 52nd at the BMW International.
Danny Willett remained on course to win his first European Tour title after taking a one-shot lead in the third round of the tournament.
The 24-year-old Englishman carded a three under par 69 to reach 12 under at Gut Lärchenhof, near Cologne.
Another Englishman, Chris Wood, was sharing second place with Sweden's Joel Sjoeholm, both one shot behind the leader.
Germany's best hopes lie with Marcel Sem who finished the day tied for sixth place on nine under.
Veteran Bernhard Langer failed to convert a birdie in the final hole to share 22nd place with four other golfers.
Third round scores at the BMW International at the par-72 course on Saturday in Cologne.
Reuters