Saturday and the Muffins arrive at the Nicklaus designed Machrynis to find that another group of OGC members have reserved the prior tee times. Bit of a coincidence.

The course is a contrast being a new US style of venue with acres of water. The pro at Royal Porthcawl has suggested that the water doesn't actually come into play, but with a combined total of about 20 ducks between Tate, Guido and Mr. Grumpy the Muffins might choose to differ.

Now, there's a point in every Tour where Mr. Grumpy's wheels come off and having played OK at Ross and at Porthcawl pm, this is it. The wind, the watery threat and a swing that differs with every stroke is seldom a recipe for success. The only highlight is the six-bounce Barnes-Wallis that clears the lake at the 18th by a foot.

Machrynys in the wind rewards long, straight hitting and it's appropriate that the lowest handicapper - Nance - comes out on top. For his trouble he's also rewarded by his beloved Darlo winning the FA Autoglass Windscreens, Johnson's Paint, Leyland Daf Vans, Who Gives a S**t Scrubber's Cup/Trophy by the only goal in the 120th minute.

Dinner is courtesy of the local dock-side Thai restaurant that's preceeded by drinks in a nearby Tapas bar where the scenery is a considerable distraction, but the prices unjustifiable.

Post dinner, the Muffins discover a little bar run by a couple of lads who seem to be naive, but desperate to please. Five Muffins think it's worthy of supporting until 2am.