Jamie Brotheridge faced arch-rival Patrick Cook in a Slav Defence that quickly turned into a wild tactical melee. When the smoke cleared, Black had won a rook and despite some inventive play by White, the deficit proved too great.

Kevin Perrin met Rob Loveband with the English Opening. A tough, even positional battle ensued. Black gradually gained the upper hand and managed to convert his advantage into the full point.

John Abson versus Yu Liu was a Ruy Lopez. A good, even game resulted, right into the middle game. Black eventually gained an advantage in an interesting rook ending, but inexperience cost him the full point.

Zhang Hao failed to turn up, handing Chris Segrave a full point.

Michael Schreenan had the bye.