Fulke takes first-round lead in Qatar
Updated: March 10, 2005, 3:23 PM ET
Associated Press
DOHA, Qatar -- Pierre Fulke of Sweden shot a 6-under 66 Thursday to take a one-stroke lead after the first round of the Qatar Masters, while tournament favorite Ernie Elsstruggled en route to a 73.
Australian golfer Richard Green, Henrik Stenson of Sweden and Garry Houston of Wales shot 67 at the 7,311-yard Doha Desert Golf Club.
Els, who won the Dubai Desert Classic on Sunday with an eagle on the final hole, is the only top 50 player in the event.
"I made a few mistakes along the way -- nothing crazy, but just some basic mistakes," Els said. "I think this course can get to you if you are not careful.
"I tried, but I just couldn't get the ball close. I can't put my finger on it and I've just got to get fired up for tomorrow."
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