Harrington off to strong start as Armitage leads in UAE

Three-time major winner shots four-under 68 at Ras Al Khaimah Championship

Pádraig Harrington splashes out of a bunker on the 10th hole on day one of the Ras Al Khaimah Championship 2025 at Al Hamra Golf Club. Picture: Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images

Pádraig Harrington rolled back the years with a strong opening round at the Ras Al Khaimah Championship.

The three-time major winner is part of a four-strong group on four under following a 68, five shots behind England's Marcus Armitage, who carded a brilliant 63 to claim a four-shot lead after day one in the United Arab Emirates.