Dundee boss Paul Hartley paid tribute to Gary Harkins for inspiring his side's 4-2 win over Partick Thistle.

Harkins won a penalty and helped himself to a double on Saturday, sparkling in the Premiership clash at Firhill.

The Dundee playmaker was handed the captain's armband, following Kevin Thomson's departure and with James McPake out with a long-term injury.

Hartley said: "It was a real captain's performance, I thought he was outstanding.

"His ability has never been in doubt, it's just been the other side that people have questioned.

"But you saw that he worked hard for the team and he took on the responsibility well.

"He's had the armband throughout the season at times, but he's at that age now where he has to take responsibility.

"If he keeps playing like that, he's a joy to watch at times."