In the world of professional golf, the first round of The American Express tournament in California did not disappoint. US Ryder Cup captain Zach Johnson and Sweden's Alex Noren both took the lead after shooting impressive 10-under-par 62s at La Quinta Country Club. This remarkable performance included a stunning six straight birdies by Johnson. The tournament, which features three different courses, will continue with rounds at PGA West's Pete Dye Stadium Course and Nicklaus Tournament Course.
Johnson and Noren hold a one-stroke lead over Rico Hoey from the Philippines and South Africa's Christiaan Bezuidenhout, who both shot impressive 63s. Not far behind, at eight-under 64, are notable players such as Xander Schauffele, Patrick Cantlay, and defending champion Si Woo Kim from South Korea.
