Sweden’s Fredrik Andersson Hed believes if he can maintain his ball-striking consistency he has a good chance at the Saint-Omer Open in northern France.

Sweden's Fredrik Andersson Hed carded six birdies in a blemish-free round of 65 to claim a one-stroke lead on the first day of the St Omer Open in northern France.

Cork 0-9 Limerick 1-3

THERE was a deafening silence at last night’s meeting of the Cork County Board regarding the decision taken at the GAA Congress to amend Rule 42.