Tom Alsop savoured a brilliant feeling after his first century for Sussex.

The on-loan Hampshire batsman scored 113 as the county reached 354-6 versus Middlesex at Hove in the Championship.

He said: “It feels brilliant. Since I came to the club, everyone has been overwhelmingly welcoming and positive so it’s just nice to give back today.

“I’ve been playing nicely but it hasn’t gone my way in terms of runs so it was important once I got in today to capitalise and get some runs.”

Opener Ali Orr was out for 99 after sharing a second-wicket stand of 204.

Alsop said: “Ali Orr played beautifully and it’s a shame he got out on 99.

“He’s a great character and he plays such an important role in the team, even when he’s not scoring runs.

“I’m sure he will get over the line many more times in his career."