Dominic Moon claims prestigious Seaton Salver in thrilling fashion

A last-minute call proved to be the golden ticket for Dominic Moon after he clinched a dramatic victory at the prestigious Seaton Salver.

- By Paul Fraser Contributor

The 33-year-old golfer tasted glory at one of the Northern amateur circuit's premier events held at Seaton Carew Golf Club, in Hartlepool, where he only joined as a member last October.

This year's Seaton Salver, carrying valuable order of merit points, delivered on its promise of high drama with an exceptional field, proving to be one of the closest fought in its long history. With a limited field of 60 of the region's best golfers, the morning saw relatively benign conditions with light winds.

However, typical of links golf, the afternoon brought blustery winds and heavy showers before calming, testing every player's mettle.

Moon said: “I was a bit nervous before teeing off and on the first tee because I was the late inclusion.