Ancer's Bogey-Free Blazer: Takes Early Lead in LIV Golf Nashville

Abraham Ancer shot a stunning 7-under 64 to claim the first-round lead at LIV Golf Nashville. Bryson DeChambeau, celebrating his second U.S. Open victory, trails by three strokes. Ancer, aiming for his second win in recent events, displayed flawless play, clinching the lead with a birdie-heavy round.

Abraham Ancer shot a bogey-free 7-under 64 on Friday, seizing the first-round lead in LIV Golf Nashville. Bryson DeChambeau, fresh off his second U.S. Open triumph, is three strokes back on a personal high.

Ancer, chasing his second victory in six events since winning in Hong Kong in March, demonstrated impeccable precision at The Grove—a Greg Norman-designed course opened in 2012. Tyrrell Hatton trailed Ancer by a single stroke.

Notably, Ancer, a dual citizen of the U.S. and Mexico, won his only PGA Tour title at the 2021 WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational. On Friday, he showcased his form by stringing together six birdies over 11 holes. Meanwhile, DeChambeau captivated the crowd with his energetic play and fan interactions.