WINDERMERE Golf Club's Andrew Atkinson did no harm to his chances of securing a place in the England squad with a second-placed finish at the English Seniors Men's Open Championship.
The competition, which took place at Worplesdon Golf Club (36 holes) and West Hill Golf Club (18 holes) last week, saw 288 participants battle it out to take the top spot, which was won eventually by Worplesdon Golf Club member Ian Attoe by three strokes.
Scoring rounds of 71, 75 and 73, Atkinson, who has been a member at Windermere Golf Club for 48 years, finished with a three round score of 219.
“Although I’m extremely pleased with my second place, I also feel slightly disappointed not to have won having played well, particularly in the final round.” he said. “Of course, coming second stands me in very good stead for the Scottish and Welsh Championships, as well as the British at Royal County Down, taking place in August.”
Atkinson is also seeking to secure his place in the England squad, which he adds would be “the pinnacle of my career.”
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