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Rory McIlroy in contention through nine holes in opening round at Irish Open despite challenging conditions.
Joaquin Niemann shot a course-record 65 as gusts up to 35 mph slowed play and left Rory McIlroy four shots off the clubhouse lead.
- On Sept 10, Chilean Joaquin Niemann shot a record 65 at the Amgen Irish Open, securing a two-shot lead at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg.
- Gusts up to 35 mph saw balls oscillating on greens, complicating play for the 138-player field. The severe conditions resulted in rounds lasting approximately six hours.
- Defending Champion Rory McIlroy carded a 69 despite a double-bogey on the 13th, adding: "I hung in there, shot under par, and at least dont feel like I am out of the tournament."
- Home favorite Shane Lowry finished at three under, tied for second place with South African Shaun Norris. Others remained in contention before play was suspended due to darkness.
- Tournament organizers suspended the round shortly before 8 p.m. due to darkness. Players will return to Doonbeg on Friday morning, hoping for improved weather and faster pace.
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