Haeggman makes early running

Swede Joakim Haeggman was the surprise early clubhouse leader on the first day of the Murphy’s Irish Open at Fota Island.

Haeggman became the first Swedish player to gain Ryder Cup honours at The Belfry back in 1993 but he has just one top-10 finish to his name all season and went into the tournament in 85th place in the Order of Merit.