Sam Burns edges ahead at The Genesis Invitational

Sam Burns birdied his last three holes to take the lead after the opening round of The Genesis Invitational. The American found the key how to deal with the tough conditions at Riviera CC and played the course at seven under par. Matthew Fitzpatrick (pictured) and Max Homa are two shots back and share second place at five under par.

First round leaderboard:

Seeing Sam Burns at the top of the leaderboard might be a surprise for many. The American is only 24 years old and he is still looking for his maiden PGA Tour title. Burns is ranked 149th in the world, but with a win this week will move inside the top 70.

World number one Dustin Johnson played solid and after four birdies and one bogey shares 12th place at three under par.

In that group at three under par is another of the favorites – Brooks Koepka. The American carded seven birdies and four bogeys on his way to first round 68.

Second round tee times