Jarvis Leads Genesis Championship in South Korea

Casey Jarvis opened the Genesis Championship in South Korea with a six-under 65, taking a one-shot lead over Sanghun Shin after birdieing the final hole. The 23-year-old South African, already a two-time winner this season and fourth in the Race to Dubai standings, is projected to move into second behind Eugenio Chacarra and ahead of Rory McIlroy and Patrick Reed as he pursues the season title. Jarvis credited improved putting for his strong round; Shin posted a 66, while Frederic Lacroix finished with a 67.