SIMON Green smashed the course record at The Vale Golf and Country Club with an amazing round of 71.

The three-handicapper, playing in the 36-hole championships, bettered the previous record held by Garry Downie by three shots.

The new record, combined with his morning round of 78, resulted in Green being crowned club champion.

"I knew it would take something special to win this year but shooting three-under is more than I ever imagined achievable," Green declared.