Mike Goldsmith, left, and Jim Hiddleston, from Rosslyn Rhinos, won the Open Pairs when Penicuik pétanque club held their open tournament. The event was held over two days and was sponsored by Wellbeing Essentials and Rab’s Cabs with assistance from the local rugby club.
A total of 112 players descended on Montgomery Park from as far afield as Fochabers and Troon as well as nearby Newtongrange.
Ten pistes were open for play in the annual season curtain-raiser despite challenging weather conditions in the build up.
Fochabers, represented by Robbie Stronach, Shirley Legge, Johnnie Wilson were rewarded for their journey south by retaining the triples trophy.
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