THE Manx team had a disappointing start to its rugby 7s campaign at the Commonwealth Youth Games this afternoon (Saturday).

It was beaten by Scotland 43 - 5.

The home nation will be hoping for better results in its matches against Australia and Canada later today.

Australia beat Canada 31 - 0 while England made an impressive start with a 53 - 0 victory over Trinidad and Tobago.

The group matches continue throughout the day at the Bowl in Douglas.

The quarter finals, semi-finals and finals take place tomorrow.

For full results of all the matches see www.cyg2011results.com