‘Why not me?’: Corey Conners races into two-shot lead after PGA Championship opening round

This spring the Canadian finished third at Bay Hill, seventh at the Players, eighth at the Masters, and fourth at the Heritage. Both Sawgrass and Harbour Town are also Pete Dye courses

Corey Conners. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Despite preparing for one of the longest major championship courses in daunting winds all week, Corey Conners came into the opening round believing the Ocean Course could be harnessed.

On Thursday, the blossoming Canadian had his way with Kiawah to the tune of a 5-under 67 and a two-shot lead to kick of the PGA Championship.