Casey Jarvis leads Genesis Championship after first round

South African golfer Casey Jarvis has taken the lead at the Genesis Championship following a first-round score of 65 (-6) at the Woo Jeong Hills Country Club in Cheonan, South Korea. Jarvis secured his position at the top of the leaderboard with a birdie on the final hole.

South Korean player Sanghun Shin sits in second place, just one stroke behind Jarvis. Shin, making a notable comeback after a two-year hiatus due to military service, recorded a 66 (-5) highlighted by a birdie from a bunker on the first hole and a chip-in on the ninth.

The tournament is a significant event for Jarvis, who is currently ranked fourth in the Race to Dubai. A strong performance could elevate his standing and impact his qualification for the upcoming playoffs in Abu Dhabi.