Despite Derek forecasting heavy showers, the 2023 Monkstone Club Triples took place today under sunny blue skies. The rain commenced just after the results had been declared but even then it was very short lived. 36 members took part, equalling the record for a club competition set just 2 weeks ago at the Club Doubles..
After 2 rounds there were 3 teams – those led by Tony Smith, John Barnes and Sean Smith – on 2 wins with Tony and Sean’s teams tied on +17 and John with a bit to do on +5.
So into the final round and the first team to submit a result was Tony with an impressive 13-1 win which meant John could not win and Sean would need a 13-0 win for his team to take the title. The pressure proved too much and with Sean’s team going down 7-13, the title went to Tony Smith, John Maroney & Peter David with 3 wins [+29]. John Barnes, Roger Bennett and Spencer Bartlett came second on 3 wins [+14] while Sean Smith, Alex Skibinski and Peter Lippett were in third place with 2 wins [+11].
Again it was great to see a number of our newer members taking part although, unlike the last few competitions, none of them managed to get into the winning team but it will certainly benefit them to have played as they develop their skills.
RESULTS
THE WINNERS
Club President Mike Jones with Tony, Peter and John
