On a windswept Golf Course Burghley prevailed by 4 1/2 to 3 1/2. It was certainly a day for careful club selection, with many Par 4s being unreachable, in 2, for mere mortals. In the leading match myself and Steve Wilcox, on debut, had a lovely match with Kelly Richardson & Gavin Stokes. Lots to talk about and lots of good shots from everyone to admire. Wins by Mike Barton & Clive Pearce, 4/3, and Michael Marriott & Kevin De Trafford, 7 & 5, meant that after 4 matches we were 3 -1 up. But Ramsey came back strongly and a crucial half by The Two Michaels, Earl & Wright and a 2&1 win from David Court with Saj Chowdry, also on debut, saw BPGC home. HOWEVER the BIG TALKING POINT came in Game 5 where Bill Glencross scored his first ever HOLE IN ONE. Bill was the first to admit that it was a lovely shot, sadly he didn't witness the ball disappearing down the hole, with the left bunker obstructing his view. Very well done Bill. Always a great talking point. Nearest the Pin for Ramsey was Ron (Dave) Gilbert and David Court, two weeks in a row for David, for BP, both on the 16th.
Kelly Richardson, Ramsey Captain, wrote to me later and said how much Ramsey had enjoyed their day; the course, the food and being made welcome. Friendship in golf ... excellent.
Paul
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