Emerson makes his move in Madeira

Gary Emerson defied the blustery conditions at the Madeira Island Open to make a sound start in the tournament.

The 42-year-old, based at Broadstone, Dorset, chalked up a four-under-par 68 in the opening round. Emerson started out at the 10th at the hilltop Santo da Serra course and quickly got into his stride.