FTC members gathered at the club on Friday to wish head coach Alex Bone all the very best for his imminent marriage to Lucy. On behalf of members, Debbie Jupe presented Alex with a card and gifts of a tube of personalised tennis balls and a cheque to go towards Alex and Lucy’s honeymoon. After their wedding next Saturday, the couple are off to Newquay – where Alex has signed up for his first surfing lessons – and then camping in Dorset.

“There can’t be many members at FTC who haven’t benefitted from Alex’s expertise and friendly advice at some time,” said club vice chair Bob Murray. “The affection and admiration we have for him was amply demonstrated by the very generous contributions to his wedding gift from members.”

The club wishes them all the very best for their life together.