The duo shot an eight-under par round in the opening day fourballs.
Shane Lowry and Ian Poulter have got off to a strong start in this week's team event on the PGA Tour.
The Irish-English duo are on eight under par after the opening day fourballs at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.
The Clara man hit seven birdies as the team finished five shots off the lead ahead of today's foursomes, where they tee off at 6.30pm.
The team of Seamus Power and Graeme McDowell are also in contention after an opening round score of seven under par.
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