Irwin Takes Early Lead
Tue., Feb. 25, 1997
PGA Seniors champion Hale Irwin shot a 7-under 65 to take the lead after the first round of the Senior Slam.
Senior Players champion Raymond Floyd shot a 70, while U.S. Senior Open winner Dave Stockton was third at 72. Jack Nicklaus was fourth at 73 on the Las Palimillas course, which he designed.
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