Tony Finau is often associated with power, but in Round 1 of the WGC-HSBC Champions it was his putting touch – and perhaps some good fortune – that helped him get near the lead.
First there was this lengthy birdie effort at the par-4 11th, his second hole of the day.
That's one way to move into red figures. @tonyfinaugolf from downtown 🌆 #WGCHSBCChampions pic.twitter.com/9rrkZNwnxQ
— DP World Tour (@DPWorldTour) October 25, 2018
But that was child’s play compared to this birdie at the par-4 15th.
We'll take two of whatever @tonyfinaugolf had for breakfast.
— DP World Tour (@DPWorldTour) October 25, 2018
Another absolute monster. pic.twitter.com/68cvHihwwq
Finau made seven birdies and one bogey for a 6-under 66 in Shanghai. He’s two off the lead held by Ryder Cup teammate Patrick Reed.