This narrow 6,4 win was hard fought for Sturdee and could have been more, with Dave Bonner just falling short at the death, against in-form Paul Livermore. Wayne Matthews picked up a brace, as did Tim Vaughan, a fine fifth leg win over Paul Homewood, the best. Matthews and Vaughan teamed up for the doubles and produced a fine three leg win to secure the 6,4 victory

Written by: David McAulay