Andreja Dolinar and Barbara Meglic produced an impressive performance in their first round robin tie, as the duo beat Britain’s Susan Gilroy and Megan Shackleton 2-1.

Russia also secured a victory as Nadejda Pushpasheva and Aleksandra Vasileva achieved a 2-0 win over the German pair of Sandra Mikolaschek and Lisa Anna Maria Hentig.

The TF6-8 competition saw France’s Thu Kamkasomphou and Anne Barneoud earn a victory in Group A.

They overcame Norwegian opposition 2-1 in their opening match and will seek to continue their impressive start when they face Ukraine tomorrow.

The Russian squad of Ulija Shishkina, Raisa Chebanika and Victoriya Safonova celebrated a victory in Group B.

A strong performance saw them beat the Swedish team 2-0.

Russia will aim to claim back-to-back wins when they meet Germany tomorrow.

A closely fought TF9-10 class match between Hungary and Israel saw the former secure a 2-1 victory to begin Group A in strong fashion.

Hungary were joined at the top of the standings by Turkey, who were 2-0 winners against Germany.

There was success for Denmark and Poland in Group B, with both nations securing 2-0 triumphs against Russia and Romania in their respective ties.

Team competitions are due to continue tomorrow, with the Championships due to end on October 5.