Vikings Club are a point clear in Group A of the Johnsons Buildbase Oxford and District Summer League after a 3-3 draw against Didcot Conservative Club, writes PETE EWINS.

Ian Moss (7,680), Bob Allsworth (6,870) and Robin Godfrey (4,340) gave Vikings the lead on three occasions, but they were pegged back.

John Patey’s two victories were in vain as West Oxford Democrats Club were beaten 3½-2½ at Marlbrough B.

Pete Soanes top-scored with 6,080 as Bletchingdon beat Marlborough A 5-1 in Group B.

Kennington overcame Masons by the same score.