McDowell co-leader of star-studded field at Saudi International

By ITN News Editor January 31, 2020 15:45

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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. 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. Green finished with six-under-par 64 and for a long time it looked like his score would not be matched, with the wind whipping up in the afternoon at Royal Greens Golf and Country Club. Yet McDowell displayed his ability to grind out scores as he recovered from a double bogey on the 11th with four birdies on the back nine.