Gray set for MacDonald title defence

Former Tartan Tour No. 1 Stephen Gray defends the second PGA 36 Hole Challenge Series event at the MacDonald Cardrona Golf and Country Club from May 28-29.

The Hayston pro is part of an 88 strong field and has been paired with James Byrne, the current Northern Open Champion

Gareth Wright, Scott Henderson and Greig Hutcheon, all of whom competed in the BMW PGA Championship, are also due to tee up at the Borders resort.

Wright and Henderson are in the same pairing for the first round, going off at at midday, while Hutcheon starts half an hour later alongside with a familiar face in the Scottish golfing scene, Graham Rankin.

Another name to look out for is Paul O’Hara. The younger brother of European Tour Professional Steven, has recently joined the PGA ranks and has started his training programme at the Clydeway Golf Driving Range, where he will be working along with Graham Fox, the Scottish PGA Champion who has also recently taken up a post at the Uddingston facility.

Three lady Professionals are also in the field. Grouped together, they make up the last three-ball in the first round, going off at 12.50, Ailsa Bain from the home club is joined by Heather Macrae and Kirstin Scott.

Play starts on both days at 8am. Spectators are welcome and entry is free.