Great Britain Davis Cup player Alan Mackin led Giffnock into the final of the Aegon Scottish Cup.

Mackin, who has retired from international tennis, helped Giffnock to a narrow 5-4 win over Glasgow rivals Newlands.

Giffnock will now meet holders Stirling University in this weekend's final at Craiglockhart.

The students had an easier passage to the final, defeating Dean 5-2 in their semi-final tie.

The women's final will be a repeat last year ith Dunfermline favourites to retain their title against Newlands.

The Fife club whitewashed Helensburgh 6-0 while Newlands ended Blackhall's hopes with 5-1 success.