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Corey Conners from Canada remains competitive after the first round of golf at Paris 2024
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    Corey Conners from Canada remains competitive after the first round of golf at Paris 2024

    Corey Conners opened the first round of the Olympic golf tournament in the middle of a crowded field.

    The Canadian shot a 3-under 68 to sit in a tie for 14th after the opening round at Le Golf National. He managed to record three birdies and a bogey on the front nine and a pair of birdies and a bogey on the back nine.

    “It was definitely quite solid. I did a lot of things pretty well. I felt like the iron game was really good,” Conners said after the round. “I just missed a few fairways and got in some tricky spots, more so on the back nine on a couple of holes … I felt like when I hit the fairway, I was giving myself great birdie chances.”

    “I can feel quite positive about a lot of things. I feel like I have a good game plan to attack the golf course here.”

    The Listowel, Ont., native hit 14 of 18 greens in regulation, with six approach shots sitting within 10 feet of the hole.

    Conners will look to improve on what he showed in Tokyo when he finished 13th.

    Joining Conners to represent Canada is Nick Taylor, who finished his opening round 29th at one-under par.

    The Canadians have their work cut out for them as Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama opened with a 8-under-63. Defending Olympic champion Xander Schauffele finished second after shooting a 6-under-65.

    Conners is the 38th-ranked player in the world and is Canada’s highest-ranked male golfer. Taylor is No. 44. Conners has had a slick summertime on the PGA Tour, with three top-10 finishes in his last six tournaments. He hasn’t finished outside the top 30 since April.  

    Representing Canada in the women’s field are Brooke Henderson and Alena Sharp, who will play in the women’s tournament starting Aug. 8.

    –With files from Sportsnet’s Adam Stanley.

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    Canadian golfer Corey Conners has made an impressive start at the Paris 2024 Olympics, remaining competitive after the first round of play. Conners, who hails from Listowel, Ontario, has been making a name for himself on the PGA Tour in recent years and is now showcasing his skills on the international stage.

    In the first round of golf at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Conners demonstrated his talent and composure as he navigated the challenging course with precision and skill. Despite facing tough competition from some of the world’s best golfers, Conners managed to hold his own and put himself in a good position heading into the rest of the tournament.

    Conners’ performance in the first round is a testament to his dedication and hard work as a professional golfer. He has been steadily improving his game over the years and is now reaping the rewards of his efforts. His ability to stay focused and perform under pressure is a key factor in his success on the golf course.

    As a representative of Canada, Conners is also carrying the hopes and expectations of his fellow countrymen on his shoulders. His strong showing in the first round of play at the Paris 2024 Olympics has undoubtedly inspired Canadian golf fans and raised their hopes for a podium finish.

    Moving forward, Conners will need to maintain his focus and continue to play at a high level in order to have a shot at winning a medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics. With his talent and determination, there is no doubt that he has what it takes to compete with the best in the world and make his mark on the international golfing scene.

    Overall, Corey Conners’ performance in the first round of golf at the Paris 2024 Olympics is a promising sign of things to come. As he continues to showcase his skills and compete against the world’s top golfers, Canadian fans can look forward to cheering on their talented compatriot as he vies for Olympic glory.