West Oxford Democrats Club started their OBBA Summer League campaign with a thrilling 3-3 draw with Berinsfield Club in Group A, writes PETE EWINS.

Trailing 3-1, Bob Parsons (3,860) and Eddie Tebby (4,640) came to the rescue for Democrats.

Masons beat Gladiators Club 4-2 in Group B, thanks to Mick Murphy, Lewis Stratford (6,300) and two victories for Martyn Wood (3,420 and 3,800).

Kennington also started well with a 4-2 victory at Marlborough A.

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TONIGHT’S FIXTURES

Marlborough B v Vikings, Berinsfield v Didcot CC, Kennington v Bletchington, Gladiators v Marlborough A.