Alex Noren sets pace as Tiger Woods level in Florida

Sweden’s Alex Noren shot a four-under-par 66 for the early lead as Tiger Woods was at even par in the opening round of Florida’s Honda Classic yesterday.

Noren, a nine-times European Tour winner, birdied his final hole for a one-shot lead over PGA champion Justin Thomas, Morgan Hoffman and Daniel Berger on what was a windy day at PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

The Swede had five birdies and a bogey for the good start.