Koepka takes one-shot lead at HSBC Champions

U.S. Open champion Brooks Koepka turned a sure birdie into a bogey and then turned a certain bogey into an unlikely birdie. It added up to an eight-under 64 and a one-shot lead after the opening round of the HSBC Champions in Shanghai.

“Any time you can get off to a good start and be close to the lead or have the lead, that’s what you want,” Koepka said.

He had a one-shot lead over Kiradech Aphibarnrat of Thailand, who dressed in black in honor of the five-day funeral that began at home for King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Gavin Green also opened with a 65, while Patrick Reed and Haydn Porteous of South Africa were another shot back.

Matt Kuchar and Justin Rose were in the group at 67, while Dustin Johnson and Henrik Stenson were among those at 68.

Defending champion Hideki Matsuyama opened with a 74.

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