By Canadian Press

Clark takes early lead with opening round of 7 under at Canadian Open

Jun 9, 2022 | 10:47 AM

TORONTO — Wyndham Clark was the clubhouse leader at 7-under 63 early in the first round of the RBC Canadian Open.

Matt Fitzpatrick was second, a shot behind Clark, at the national men’s golf championship. Doug Ghim was third at 5 under

Mackenzie Hughes of Dundas, Ont., was the low Canadian after morning play, tied for fourth at 4 under.

Hughes was tied with Tony Finau, Lee Hodges and defending champion Rory McIlroy.

The national men’s golf championship was cancelled the past two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 9, 2022.

John Chidley-Hill, The Canadian Press