Vagabonds claimed an early advantage in the Shimmin Wilson Manx Trophy with a tight 13-5 win over Castletown.
The game was switched to Ballafletcher due to the heavy overnight rain which left Glencrutchery Road unplayable.
Luke Purdy picked up Castletown’s only try of the day.
David Mullarkey selected by Great Britain for road running championships
Island athletics star heading for Denmark
Harris wins opening qualifying round at US Open
He beat Gonzalo Beuno by two sets
Michael Dunlop wins Senior Classic TT
Seven Mountain Course victories for Ballymoney man in 2026
Johnny Stewart wins Senior Manx Grand Prix
First rider to ever win four MGP races in a single event