McDowell and Green set early pace at Saudi International


  • Golf
  • Friday, 31 Jan 2020

FILE PHOTO: January 12, 2020; Honolulu, Hawaii, USA; Graeme McDowell lines up his putt on the 18th hole during the final round of the Sony Open in Hawaii golf tournament at Waialae Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

(Reuters) - Graeme McDowell birdied his final three holes in difficult conditions to grab a share of the lead alongside Gavin Green after the opening round of the Saudi International in King Abdullah Economic City on Thursday.

Malaysia's Green teed off in the first group of the day and he took advantage of perfect scoring conditions, turning in 30 with five birdies.

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