Kirk Triplett Leads Sanford International After First Round

Kirk Triplett is off to a good start at the 2019 Sanford International as he sits a top the leaderboard with a one stroke lead.

His -4 on day one included five birdies and one bogey, all while the winds were swirling at Minnehaha Country Club.

A season ago, Triplett finished tied for sixth at this event.

Paul Broadhorst and Pat Gillis are tied for second with scores of -3 and shot a -2 to sit in third.

The wind accompanied with the fast greens played a big part in having so many people struggle at putting up great numbers his first or second game.

Here is the complete leaderboard for he Sanford International.

The tournament continues on Saturday and Sunday.