Dawson in a tie for fourth after opening round in Tramore

Tramore’s Anna Dawson is well in contention after an opening round of 2 over par 77 at the Irish Girls Close Championship at Tramore Golf Club.

Dawson is currently in a tie for fourth place ahead of this afternoon’s second round, after which the top 16 will qualify for tomorrow’s matchplay stages.

16 year old Rebekah Gardner of Clandeboye Golf Club in Bangor leads the way after a superb opening round of 6 under par 69.

Defending champion Beth Coulter of Kirkistown Castle on the Ards Penninsula is well placed in second on level par.