Ian Shearer secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over league leader Louise Bruce, earning valuable 5 points and maintaining his strong position at third place with 10 points from just two matches. Louise Bruce, despite the loss, stays atop the standings with 18 points, demonstrating consistent performance across four matches. With three matches remaining for Ian, this win boosts his chances to climb the table, while Louise aims to close her campaign on a high note.