Leader Lowry thrilled with form after opening 64 in Abu Dhabi

Shane Lowry (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Shane Lowry shot nine birdies in an eight-under opening round for a share of the lead in the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship.

Playing with Ryder Cup teammates Tommy Fleetwood and Rasmus Hojgaard, Lowry was particularly happy with his putting.