Judy Murray is guest of honour at Dumbarton Tennis Club's grand reopening

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Tennis royalty visited Dumbarton, to officially open the town’s brand new floodlit courts.Judy Murray, mum of icons Andy and Jamie Murray, officially opened the new facilities at Dumbarton Tennis Club - which is one of the oldest in Scotland.And she was blown away by the enthusiasm of members at the club, which was previously known as Kirktonhill, saying: “What a welcome from the kids at Dumbarton Tennis Club for the official opening of their resurfaced courts.“It’s one of the oldest clubs in Scotland, dating back to 1898, and the only tennis club in West Dunbartonshire.“I was thrilled to see the transformation.

When I opened the new clubhouse back in 2018 the courts were very old black tarmac with potholes and loose gravel, so it was great to come back and see such a huge number of members and guests supporting the amazing work of the committee and coach Duggie McKechnie.“We had a lot of fun - and rain - and cake.

It’s a wonderful example of an inclusive and welcoming community facility.”Judy was one of a number of VIPs to attend the grand opening, with Lord Speaker John McFall, MP Douglas McAllister and representatives from SportScotland and Tennis Scotland all paying a visit.Paul Donnelly from the club said: “Dumbarton is one of the oldest active clubs in Scotland, however recent years have been difficult with courts in a poor state of repair, and a lack of floodlighting hampering any attempt at year-round play.“The new facilities are the result of two years of tireless work from our committee, which has raised in excess of £100,000 to redevelop the club.“Funding has come from a range of Scottish Community Landfill Funders (Suez, Levenseat, and Pattersons Quarry), from Arnold Clark, and from the fundraising efforts