Watson beat Ireland's Des Smyth in a play-off to win this year's event at Aberdeen on Sunday.

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He was chased by compatriots Jay Haas and Loren Roberts, the 2006 winner, plus Ireland's Des Smyth and Chris Williams of South Africa.

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Irishman Des Smyth was 48 years and 34 days old when he won the Madeira Island Open in 2001, while Jimenez will turn 49 on January 5.

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