EILIDH BRIGGS BEST OF SCOTS IN WELSH STROKE-PLAY

Kilmacolm's Eilidh Briggs was one shot off the pace with a level par 75 in the opening round of the Welsh women's open amateur stroke-play golf championship at The Vale Resort.

Jess Meek (Carnoustie Ladies) had an 82, one ahead of Alyson McKechin (Elderslie) and Jane Turner (Craigielaw).

Rachael Walker (Dumfries and  Co) scored an 84.

England's Samantha Giles (St Mellion) set the pace with a 74.