Darren Clarke turned in a brilliant 32 on the back nine of the "inland links" he yesterday described as "stunningly difficult" to make a fine start to the Nissan Irish Open.
Clarke shot five birdies to make a very solid start at Carton House Golf Club, designed by Colin Montgomerie.
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