Overview
- Joaquin Niemann shot a 7-under 64 at Bedminster to lead the opening round by two strokes while keeping a bogey-free card.
- Lucas Herbert and Ian Poulter each finished at 5-under 66, sitting two shots back as Herbert rides momentum from a 62 at The Open and a recent LIV win.
- Niemann’s score anchors Torque GC at 4-under for the team lead, three shots clear of Ripper GC and HyFlyers GC.
- Notable veterans posted mixed results with Ripper captain Cameron Smith scoring 75 and Bryson DeChambeau recording a 76.
- Niemann is pursuing more individual LIV titles after a five-win 2025 season and his early score highlights how strong opening rounds can shift both individual and team standings.