Alan Mander (+60) is the new Arthur Cook Cup champion in the Oxford & District Billiards League.

The new Club player defeated four-time champion Nigel Bossom (scratch) 200-182 in a thrilling encounter.

Mander led for most of the way, but Bossom, helped by a 39-break, took the lead at 168-166.

However, Mander stuck to his guns, and breaks of 18 and 14 gave him his first victory in the individual championships.

In league action, CCC B have taken pole position in Division 2 after their 3-0 demolition of Oracle.

They have overtaken Ashton, and have a game in hand.

Neil Kirby (+110), Brian Mabbutt (+20) and Ken Olive (+70) were all in top form for CCC B.

Riley A are in a commanding position to win Division 1 after a 2-1 win over their B team.

Matthew Challen (+30) gave Riley A the perfect start by beating Roger Tomlin (+80) 200-141.

Although Doug Baker (+60) levelled, Malcolm Bough (+50) won the match after defeating Bob Hayward (+70) 150-119.

New Club harbour hopes of the runners-up spot after a 2-1 win over HCC A.

Alan King (+20) and Dave White (+80) sealed victory, before John Williams (+70) ensured the was no whitewash for HCC A.

Thame beat Ashton 2-1 thanks to wins from Tom Fletcher (+80) and Keith Maskens, while Terry Cook (+20) and Keith Pearce (+50) gave CCC A a 2-1 success over Eynsham.

Results: CCCA 2, Eynsham 1; Riley A 2, Riley B 1; Oracle 0, CCC B 3; New Club 2, HCC A 1; Ashton 1, Thame 2.