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Ayaka Furue birdied her final two holes for a bogey-free, seven-under-par 65 to take the first-round lead at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions.

On Thursday, LIV Golf announced a partnership with U.S. Integrity to monitor the betting market, educate its participants and use technology to spot improper gambling on its events.

Rory McIlroy blew a strong start at the Dubai Desert Classic to finish the opening round four shots back from leader Haotong Li.

Patrick Cantlay, who has been at the forefront of the merger discussions with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund on the players' side, said it's a priority to position his fellow PGA Tour players for the future.

Two-time champion Bernhard Langer will make his final Masters start this April, the German said in a Golf Channel interview that aired on Wednesday.