Max Homa Leads Nedbank Golf Challenge in South Africa

Max Homa has taken an early lead at the Nedbank Golf Challenge in South Africa with a 6-under 66, one shot ahead of Ockie Strydom. Homa, who won the tournament last year, started with three consecutive birdies and had a total of eight birdies against two bogeys. The challenging wind conditions caused some difficulties for Homa, resulting in bogeys on the 13th and 15th holes, but he finished strong with birdies on the last two holes. Homa is attempting to become the first American to successfully defend the title since Jim Furyk in 2006. Other notable players include Thriston Lawrence, who shot a 71, and Will Zalatoris, who had a challenging round with a 74.