With only two weeks of the Oxford & District Billiards League season remaining, newcomers Riley A look set to win the Division 1 title.

Following their 3-0 win this week over Eynsham, they are seven points clear of nearest rivals Fieldside, who have a game in hand.

There was a shock this week as Division 2 leaders CCC B beat Division 1 challengers New Club 2-1.

John Simpson (+30) gave CCC a great start when he beat Alan King (+20) 200-135, making breaks of 27 and 37.

Then, veteran Ken Olive (+70), who at 83 years of age is the oldest player in the league, surprised reigning Arthur Cook champion Alan Mander (+60) 150-117 to secure victory.

But Justin Shepherd (+30) saved New Club’s blushes by out-scoring Brian Mabbutt (+20) 200-180.

Fieldside went to HCC A and came away 2-1 winners.

Norman Woodcock (+70) beat Tony Palmer (+100) 150-138 and skipper Paul Robinson (-60) edged out Doug Howse (+30) 200-199 to seal the result.

John Williams (+70) got HCC A’s only point when he beatMike Chapman (+90) 150-128. It was only Chapman’s second loss in 15 matches.

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

Highest breaks – Section 1: P Robinson (Fieldside) and A King (New Club) 65. Section 2: M Bough (Riley A) 38. Section 3: M Chapman (Fieldside) 24.