Wyndham Clark Leads Arnold Palmer Invitational After Grueling First Round

Bay Hill's challenging conditions test top golfers, with only 14 players finishing under par on Thursday.

Wyndham Clark carded a 5-under 67 to secure a two-shot lead after the opening round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Bay Hill's course conditions, including gusty winds, thick rough, and crusty greens, resulted in a high scoring average of 74.6, the highest for a first round since 2011.
Defending champion Scottie Scheffler, world No. 2 Rory McIlroy, and Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley remain in contention despite the tough setup.
Xander Schauffele, returning from a rib injury, struggled with a 5-over 77, putting his 57-tournament cut streak at risk ahead of Friday's round.
Nineteen-year-old Jackson Koivun impressed with an even-par 72, positioning himself well to potentially earn a PGA Tour University Accelerated program point by making the cut.