Updated: October 27, 2008, 6:00 PM ET
Snedeker leads Kiwi Challenge after shooting course-record 66
WELLINGTON, New Zealand -- American Brandt Snedeker tied a course record with a 6-under 66 to take a four-shot lead after the first round of the Kiwi Challenge on Monday.
Snedeker finished the first day of the four-man event at Kauri Cliffs in New Zealand's Northland province ahead of compatriots Anthony Kim (70), Hunter Mahan (71) and Australian Adam Scott, who shot a 73.
The tournament continues Tuesday on the Cape Kidnappers course at Hawke's Bay in New Zealand's central North Island.
The winner's prize is $1.5 million.
Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press
