Grantown Tennis Open under way in the sunshine
The Grantown Tennis Open is underway with the first two days being blessed by good weather and more sunshine forecast to come.
The U8 and U9 matches have been completed through the day time with the adult competitions taking place from mid-afternoon onwards up to now on the clay courts.
There are 140 entries for the grade 4 tournament with 33 different events attracting players from all across the region and even a nationally ranked Turkish player in Kaan Donmez who impressed against local favourite Andrew Mcleod yesterday in the men’s singles.
It was a good day too for home club coaches Alistair Mcleod who progressed along with Pauline Mitchell against Brian Mackenzie and Jane Chisholm in the mixed doubles 45+ quarter finals.
Fellow club coach Matthew Davies also progressed with a comfortable win against young Angus Cobban (Bellfield) in the round of 16 in the open men’s singles.
Tournament referee Jane Bradley said: “Spectators cannot help but be amazed at the wonderful standard of tennis displayed by the youngsters at this year's Grantown Open.
“They are enthusiastic, energetic and a delight to watch.
“There are 140 competitors from all over the Highlands and beyond are taking part in this annual event.
“There is even a top 20 player from Turkey in Kaan Donmez who is playing in the men's singles and men's doubles.
“If you get the chance, come along and watch.”
Tonight’s last round of games get underway from 8pm but there is tennis all day before then.
Entry to the court action is free and refreshments are available.
