Mike Walker won his first high gun prize at a very cold Meary Veg range on Sunday.
In the Down the Line shoot, he scored 55 in the first round, 9 less than leader Phil Ward.
However, Walker fired a best of the day score of 66 in the second round. Ward shot 56 so Walker took the honours by just one point.
Peter Kelly was third with a combined score of 116.
Final 2026 ARA Championship round beckons
Still several titles to be decided at Jurby
2026 End to End Walk taking place today
More than 250 people signed up for grueling challenge
Football: Corinthians go top of premier league as Peel stumble
Castletown pull clear at summit of Division 2
Rugby: Douglas Celts begin Manx Shield title defence with a win
Champions earn narrow victory over Ramsey at Port-e-Chee