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Aussie duo in contention at Myrtle Beach Classic
A late entry, Laird made eight putts from more than 10 feet and leads Aaron Rai and Keita Nakajima by one.
- On Thursday, Martin Laird fired a 7-under 64 to take a one-stroke lead at the Myrtle Beach Classic held at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club.
- Laird only learned he was in the field on Monday after Andrew Putnam withdrew, and he credited a newly adopted zero-torque putter for his strong opening round.
- Aaron Rai and Keita Nakajima sit one stroke back at 6 under, while 17 golfers remain within four strokes of the lead, including Brandt Snedeker at 67.
- Competitors are battling for a $4 million purse this week, with the winner securing a spot in next week's PGA Championship if not already qualified.
- Rain-Softened conditions at the course favored aggressive play during the opening round, which saw a brief weather suspension before resuming in the afternoon.
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Martin Laird gets in Myrtle Beach as an alternate and lead with a 64
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — Martin Laird didn't find out he was in the Myrtle Beach Classic until Monday. Three days later, he tied his personal-best with nine birdies in a 7-under 64 that gave him a one-shot lead Thursday…
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