Thomas Bjorn of Denmark and Darren Clarke of Northern Ireland were the best tandem on the course Thursday as they helped Team Europe open up a lead at the Skechers World Champions Cup at Feather Sound Country Club in Clearwater, Fla.

Team Europe scored 57 points over two sessions on Day 1 of the event, while the United States and International teams ended the day tied at 52.5. Bjorn and Clarke were responsible for 21 points across the sessions, while Germany's Alex Cejka and Denmark's Soren Kjeldsen teamed up to score Europe another 20.

The unique three-way team competition pits PGA Tour Champions players and benefits the Shriners Children's hospital network. It debuted in 2023 and was canceled last year due to hurricane damage in Florida.

Three points are awarded on every hole over the

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