Johnson surges to halfway lead in Saudi International


  • Golf
  • Saturday, 02 Feb 2019

FILE PHOTO: Jan 5, 2019; Maui, HI, USA; PGA golfer Dustin Johnson on right talks to Webb Simpson on the first tee during the third round of the Sentry Tournament of Champions golf tournament at Kapalua Resort - The Plantation Course. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

(Reuters) - World number three Dustin Johnson shot a stunning nine-under-par 61 to take a three-shot lead at the halfway stage of the Saudi International in King Abdullah Economic City on Friday.

The American, who was in tied 31st place after Thursday's action, produced a spotless round that included seven birdies and an eagle to go 11-under for the tournament at the Royal Greens Golf and Country Club.

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