Malaysian players who have not finished in the first round of Golf China Open temporarily lead the rankings.
Xinhua News Agency, Shenzhen, November 2 (Reporter Wu Bowen) The 28th Volvo Golf China Open started its first round of competition in Shenzhen Yinxiu Golf Club on the 2nd, but it was not finished because of dark. Malaysian player Liang Ban temporarily led the rankings with a one-shot advantage, while China players Li Linqiang and Zhang Huilin tied for second place.
On the same day, Liang Ban caught six "birds" (one under par) and temporarily led the second place by one stroke with a score of six under par.
"This stadium is very difficult. I hit the ball well today, which is a bit of a surprise for me." Liang said after the game.
This season, Li Linqiang, the four-time champion of the Tour, caught seven "birds", swallowed two "bogeys" (one shot above par) and handed over 67 shots, ranking second with Zhang Huilin and other players.
"I played at my own pace and strategy today, hoping to play better in the next three days." Li Linqiang said.
Zhang Huilin, the champion of China Open in 2020, caught six "birds", swallowed a "bogey" and also handed over 67 shots. Zhang Huilin said after the game: "I am quite satisfied with today’s performance, and the putter played well."
Players who can’t finish the first round because of dark will make up the match early on the 3rd.
On the same day, Zhao Qin, Chairman of the Board of Directors of China Open, donated the tournament trophy-"Nordic Horizon" to the Golf Heritage Museum.
The 28th Golf China Open is sponsored by China Golf Association. (End)
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