Rory McIlroy battles wild weather to claim share of the lead in Los Angeles

the Jolywood man dropped just one shot to join Jacob Bridgeman on top of the leaderboard.

Rory McIlroy, from Northern Ireland, hits from a fairway rough on the eighth hole during the first round of the Genesis Invitational golf tournament at Riviera Country Club. Pic: AP Photo/Caroline Brehman

Rory McIlroy survived a tumultuous opening day in Los Angeles to claim a share of the lead at the Genesis Invitational.

The Irishman endured rain, wind and a three-hour suspension of play to card an opening round score of five-under 66.