Golf News

Kristian Krogh Johannessen of Norway shot a career-best 8-under 63 to match the course record and take a two-shot lead after the first round of the Spanish Open on Thursday.

Star attraction Jon Rahm got his Open de Espana defence off to a strong start with a five-under 66 in the opening round in Madrid.

Korean golfer Bio Kim told ESPN that he will not appeal a three-year ban for flipping off spectators at a tournament because it might suggest his apology is not genuine.

Leaderboard updates from the Open de Espana at the Club de Campo Villa in Madrid. Watch live on Sky Sports Golf.