DOCTORS treating golf legend Seve Ballesteros have declared his third brain operation a success.

DOCTORS treating golf legend Seve Ballesteros have declared his third brain operation a success.

The Spanish master, 51, is battling a brain tumour and today underwent a six-hour operation to alleviate pressure on the brain and to remove remaining tumour tissues.

Sports stars and fans across the world have wished five-time major winner Ballesteros well, and English golfer Justin Rose today said that the golfing community is “keeping a very close eye on the situation and wishing Seve all the best.”