CHESHIRE'S Tim Rastall, who became attached to Kendal club Carus Green when he won his card for the PGA European Seniors' Tour at the end of last year, was one of three players tying for the lead after the first round of the Brough Classic.

Also on three-under-par 65 were Eaglescliffe's Graeme Bell and Chester-based Mark Sheppard, who represents DMC Golf.

DETAILS: 65 Tim Rastall (Carus Green), Graeme Bell (Eaglescliffe), Mark Sheppard (DMC Golf); 66 Robert Bundy (Spaldington Golf Centre); 67 Nick Ludwell (Selby), Brian Rumney (Marriott Hollins Hall), Joe Senior (Heysham), Mark Bradley (Chorley).