TEN years on from beating Tiger Woods and becoming top amateur at the British Open, England’s Steve Webster finally lifted his first European Tour title yesterday.

Ten years on from beating Tiger Woods and becoming top amateur at the Open, England’s Steve Webster finally lifted his first European Tour title today.

Steve Webster hopes to crack his European Tour duck at the 247th attempt tomorrow – and if he does a lot of the credit will go to a “mind magician”.

Veteran comic Bob Monkhouse was rewarded for his contribution to the entertainment world today as he landed a special prize at a showbusiness awards ceremony.

Local stars Padraig Harrington and Paul McGinley were double winners as Britain and Ireland took a 5-3 first day lead over Continental Europe in the Seve Trophy at Druids Glen today.