SIXTEEN elite crown green bowlers battled it out in the latest round of the Guardian Cup at the Farmers Arms, Rudheath, on Monday night.

Defending champion Glynn Cookson was one of those in action.

Pick up next week's Northwich Guardian for a full report on whether he is still on course to claim his 10th Mid Cheshire Merit title, which this year has a record prize fund of £1,000.

IN THE HUNT: Gerald Merry (Delamere), pictured, was hoping to book his place in the Guardian Cup final on Monday. g062888