Wilson seizes lead at Zurich Classic golf event

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NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana (AFP) — American Dean Wilson fired a first-round 66 here Thursday to grab a one-shot lead over Australian Peter Londard and two others at the 6.2 million-dollar Zurich Classic.

Wilson's six-under effort was his best of 2008, and put him one in front of Lonard and Americans Briny Baird and Chez Reavie.

Australian Steve Elkington headed a group of four players a further shot back on 68.

Wilson appeared to be reaping the benefits of a two-week break from competition as he improved on his previous best round of the season. He posted two 67s at the Mayakoba Golf Classic, where he finished tied for 36th.

"I've struggled a little bit," Wilson said. "I took a couple of weeks off and just went home and tried to clear my brain and just...