Cabrera Bello takes 1-stroke lead at Hong Kong Open

HONG KONG – Rafa Cabrera Bello had four birdies and an eagle Thursday for an opening 6-under 64 and a one-stroke lead at the Hong Kong Open.

Sebastien Gros shot 65 at the Hong Kong Golf Club, while 11 golfers were tied for third with 66s.

Masters champion Danny Willett and Ian Poulter were in a group of 10 with 68s at the joint European Tour and Asian Tour event.

Defending champion and Olympic gold medalist Justin Rose, who pulled out of last week's Hero World Challenge in Bermuda with a back injury, shot 70.