WOKINGHAM’S Graeme Robertson has captained Team England to victory over Scotland in the 2016 Auld Enemies Cup.
Robertson, who is now in his sixth year as captain of the English Disabled Golfers, helped his nation to a 15.5 points to 8.5 points triumph in the Ryder Cup style three-day event.
Taking place in Peebles, Scotland, England were looking to win back the trophy they lost in London in 2014 and made a fine start.
The opening day saw six rounds of foursomes action with England winning 4-2, a score they repeated in the fourballs the following day.
And after winning 7.5-4.5 in the 12 singles contests, the comfortable win was confirmed.
“I am very proud of my team for their efforts and sportsmanship,” said Robertson.
“I put together a team from our order of merit running throughout the year, that represents what the Disabled Golf Association is all about – different abilities/disabilities, ages and parts of the country joining together.
“We have ex-servicing service members, amputees, Parkinsons, MS, blind and stroke survivors all participating together.”
Scotland captain Alan Robertson admits the English side provided tough opposition.
“Some of the golf on show was incredible,” he said.
“There were some really close matches and congratulations must go to Graeme and his team, who I thought were on top form.
“Although we’re disappointed with the result, we will be determined to win the cup back in 2018!”
Team England will move their efforts now to taking on Wales on October 16-17.
