VIKINGS are nine points clear in Division 1 after a 6-0 win at Gladiators, writes PETE EWINS.

Alan Oliver (9,060, break 5,880), Mike Jones (9,340), Ian Moss (10,560, break 8,890) and Allan Lacey won in the Oxford & District League.

Vikings then took both pairs against the Division 2 leaders.

Second-placed West Oxford Democrats beat hosts Berinsfield 4-2.

John Boal (4,790) put the home side ahead, but Billy Hill (6,880, break 5,220), John Patey and Terry Green made it 3-1 before the pairs were tied.

Oracle A beat their B team 4-1, thanks to victories for Mark Trafford (9,640, break 8,830), Pauline Withey (8,620) and Brian Rose (7,470).

Vinnie Brown hit back, but the A side won the pairs.

Ian Moquet (8,130), Dave Tooke (6,830), Melissa Standbridge and Jenny Florey triumphed as Donnington won 4-2 at Headington Con Club.

The Oxford & District League is sponsored by Richard Garrett-Everest Home Improvements.