The highly experienced and capable duo, Gus Pro and Gerry Wondrasek, present as likely lads for B grade glory. They both handle the heavy conditions and have recent form on the board. The stableford format will also allow some leverage and error.

The rapidly-improving junior Josh Doherty is another to watch and is one of a growing number of youngsters who will represent our club and their families with great pride and success in future years.

Like Tiger’s domination in North America the rest of the A grade field live in the hope the chairman will have an off day or succumb to the evil green ginger wine like us mere mortals. The erudite punter should look for players with attitude, pride and an aversion to the aforementioned beverage.

Brett Mackin has more attitude than a teenage modelling agency, is proudly bald and prefers beer to wine. He could be a roughie to chase home the ebullient Payne.

After a recent sabbatical due to a mildly overcast day, Kevin Cusack returns to the fairway and in his typically gentlemanly manner and is certain to make a statement. Possessing a swing smoother than Tarzan, ‘the Puss’ is the envy of many a golfer and the predicted blue skies ensure a four-stroke better round for this talented veteran.

Sunday’s qualifying rounds for the Apples and Email reflect some great match-ups and interesting pairings chasing these famous ‘cardboard’ trophies.

Some questions will be answered by mid-afternoon on Sunday.

Will the free-spirited and cavalier game of Mark Jasprizza complement the regimental and disciplined approach of partner Rob ‘Sox’ Williamson?

Can the walking mannequin Peter Mitchell endure being upstaged in the fashion and attractiveness stakes by Billy Callaghan, unquestionably one of the two most handsome and elegant members of the club?

How can the willowy Seb Howell continue to carry the powerfully built KC Min Cheng as he did for the duration of this campaign last year?

Will the living legend WG Carpenter tolerate another 36 holes (minimum) with Grant ‘Greengrass’ Barrett?

Sadly for many, these events have lost their gloss this season as the pre-post favourites MJ Campbell (and partner) and MM Gregor (and partner) are late scratchings due to representative duties in Sydney.

Finally, on behalf of all members and club faithful, sincere best wishes to Dan Smith for a speedy return to good health after a serious injury in the workplace recently.