Bridport Chess Club Crashed out of the Dorset Knockout Cup after a narrow semi final defeat against Wimborne.

Bridport who had beaten favourites Southbourne met Wimborne on Thursday night to do battle at the Colliton club in Dorchester. Robert Wright on top board lost on time but had a won position. Colin Winch drew, and the on form Malcolm Stevens had a rare loss. Julian May managed to swindle himself out of a lost position under severe time pressure with a draw which left Tony Brake and Des Boyle grinding their opponents down to a well deserved victory. The final score stood at 2 wins, 2 draws and two loses for both teams but Wimborne went through on board count.

Skipper Tony Brake was still positive and said “I was really proud of the boys they gave it everything and it was a shame to lose on a technicality – but that Chess! But we will be back”.