Aaron Downes 'humbled' by Torquay United support in Weymouth draw

Downes (right) and his Torquay players were keen to show their appreciation to the travelling fans

Torquay United interim manager Aaron Downes hailed the club's supporters after their 1-1 draw away at Weymouth.

With the Gulls facing the prospect of administration a bumper away support led to a crowd of more than 2,000 at their Dorset-based opponents.

Weymouth will donate £5 from every away ticket to Torquay United Supporters' Trust to help fund the club.

Arkell Jude-Boyd gave Torquay a 28th-minute lead but Ezio Touray equalised just before half-time.

"It was a fantastic atmosphere and I'm just really gutted not to get the three points for them," Downes said of the travelling fans to BBC Radio Devon.

"It was absolutely faultless from our supporters and really, truly humbling.

"I can't thank them enough, because they were trying their hardest to suck the ball into the net.

"Massive appreciation to all our supporters because they showed themselves really well today."

The point drops the Gulls a place to 12th in National League South, leaving them nine points off the play-off places and 14 points off the relegation zone.

Should the club formally go into administration they would be docked 10 points and drop to 19th place.

"I'm happy with where we're at, apart from the results," added Downes of his side's performance.

"The points dictate a lot, but it's just frustrating not to pick up the three points as with last week, but we're not far off getting that win.

"Once we get one win I'm sure there'll be a few coming along."