Hovland recovers after slow Scottish Open start

Viktor Hovland overcame a difficult beginning with an immediate bogey but recovered to post a two-under-par 69 in the first round of the Scottish Open. The Norwegian golfer, who won his first PGA Tour event since June in a playoff against Scottie Scheffler, struggled early with his putting before finding his rhythm with birdies.

Several players currently share the lead with a three-shot advantage over Hovland, while Kristoffer Reitan sits one over par after an inconsistent round with three birdies and four bogeys. Many top players have yet to complete their opening rounds at the North Berwick course. freshyourfeel.com