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Reed off to rousing start at US Open

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Phil Mickelson of the United States watches his tee shot on the second hole during the first round of the 115th US Open Championship at Chambers Bay on June 18, 2015 in Washington (AFP Photo/Andrew Redington)

Tacoma (United States) (AFP) - Phil Mickelson reached the turn in three under 32 to take the early first round lead in the US Open at Chambers Bay on Thursday.

The 45-year-old American, seeking a first US Open title after a record six runner-up finishes, had birdies at the third, fifth and eighth to state his case.