Overview

• Sebastian Munoz leads with a one-shot margin over a closely packed field of six players, including Brooks Koepka and Abraham Ancer.
• Munoz's performance marks a significant improvement, following struggles in recent tournaments.
• Brooks Koepka celebrates his 34th birthday with a strong start, hinting at a comeback in form ahead of the PGA Championship.
• The top 15 players are tightly grouped within two shots, showcasing the competitive nature of the event.
• Joaquin Niemann, a two-time winner this season, remains in contention, just two shots behind Munoz.