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British Open 2018: Kevin Kisner Shoots 5 Under, Tops Thursday Leaderboard

Kevin Kisner fired a five-under 66 to grab the lead after Thursday's first round of the 2018 Open Championship at Carnoustie Golf Links in Angus, Scotland.

Kisner posted an eagle, four birdies and a bogey in Round 1. The performance created a one-shot advantage over Tony Finau, Zander Lombard and Erik van Rooyen, who are tied for second at four under after 18 holes in the season's third major tournament.

Tiger Woods, who's playing in the British Open for the first time since 2015, faded on the back nine after a hot start en route to an even-par 71.