He's six shots off the lead heading into day 2.
Shane Lowry shot an impressive 3-under-par first round of 67 at the Honda Classic in Florida.
That leaves the Offaly native in a tie for 7th and six shots off the lead.
Matt Jones leads on 9 under.
2015 winner Padraig Harrington will restart from 2 over, with Graeme McDowell back on 9-over after a nightmare first round of 79.
Leinster And All Ireland Champions Offaly Begin Defence of U20 Leinster title tonight
The Faithful County face a stiff Galway challenge.
A Job Well Done - Fomer Laois Footballer Gareth Dillon
The O'Moore County move on to face Louth in the quarter final this weekend.
We Had A Very Slow Start - Ciaran Burke
The Faithful County found themselves 14 points down at one stage.
Tullamore Relegated From AIL
It's been a tough season for the Offaly side.
Offaly Make It 2 from 2 In Minor Hurling Championship
Brian Carroll's team proved too strong for Antrim in the end.
Laois Overcome Wexford Challenge
It's now five wins in a row over Yellowbellies.
Laois Beat Kildare In Opening Game Of Minor Hurling Championship
It was a comfortable win the midlanders.
Athlone's Our Lady’s Bower Search For All Ireland Glory Later Today
The school are aiming to be All Ireland champions for the 3rd time in three years.
Offaly Lose Out To Waterford In Division 1B Final
Next up for the Faithful County is Dublin in the championship.
Final Weekend Of AIL Season
It's been a difficult season for both midland clubs.
Wexford Won't Need Any Extra Motivation - Laois Captain Brian Byrne
The midlanders have had the better of their opponents in recent meetings.
Laois and Offaly In Minor Hurling Action This Weekend
It's the first game of the campaign for the O'Moore County.
Offaly Take On Waterford In Division 1B Final
The Faithful County will look to cap off a successful league with a trophy.
Funeral Of Former Laois GAA Manager Mick O'Dwyer To Take Place Tomorrow
The former manager passed away yesterday morning at the age of 88.
Leinster U20 Football Championship Round Up
All the midland counties were in action.
Claire Melia Misses Out On Euro Cup Glory
It's been a remarkable season for the 25 year old.
Laois Footballers Begin Leinster Championship This Weekend
Wexford come into the game on the back of promotion to Division Three.
Athlone Town Take On Bray In League of Ireland First Division
The midlanders will enjoy home comforts once again.
Former Laois Manager Mick O'Dwyer Passes Away At Age 88
The former Laois manager passed away this morning.
Offaly In Search For New Manager As Brian Cosgrave Departs
The Faithful County start their Championship in a few weeks time.
