Joaquin Niemann Leads Round 1 at LIV Golf New York with Bogey-Free 64

Joaquin Niemann took the lead after the first round of LIV Golf New York at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, finishing with a bogey-free score of 7-under 64. This performance gives him a two-shot advantage over competitors Lucas Herbert and Ian Poulter.

Niemann's round included significant putting success, totaling approximately 140 feet made, and he led the field in Greens in Regulation. This marks one of his best rounds in LIV Golf, tying his lowest score relative to par across 41 rounds played this season.

Herbert, who has been in strong form, also played well with a bogey-free round, while Poulter showed improvement in his recent performances. The Torque team, which Niemann captains, holds a three-shot lead in the team standings, aiming for a strong finish as the tournament progresses.