Joaquin Niemann jumps out to 3 shot lead at Genesis Invitational

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Joaquin Niemann of Chile rang up nine birdies and posted an 8-under-par 63 to take a three-shot lead after one round of the Genesis Invitational on Thursday at Pacific Palisades, Calif.

Niemann, a 23-year-old with one PGA Tour victory to his name, tied the opening-round record at Riviera CountryClub. Scottie Scheffler, Jordan Spieth, Cameron Young and defending champion Max Homa are tied for second at 5 under.

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