Keith Mitchell ties for lead at Valspar Championship

Keith Mitchell had a strong start in the Valspar Championship at Innisbrook, Florida. He finished the day with a score of 4-under 67. However, late mistakes cost him as he dropped two shots towards the end of his round. This left him tied for the lead with four other players. The wind was tough, blowing up to 30 mph. Rain also affected the players in the afternoon. Despite the challenging conditions, only 21 players managed to score below 70. Mitchell was feeling good at 6 under when he was just 90 yards from the hole but ended up with a bogey on the fifth hole. Mitchell was frustrated about his missed chances. He could have avoided those bogeys and felt more confident with a better finish. Other players, like Xander Schauffele and Justin Thomas, also faced difficulties. Schauffele returned to the tour after an injury, scoring 70 on his first day. Thomas shot a 73, while Jordan Spieth ended with a 74. Mitchell expressed mixed feelings about the course. He has fond memories but also remembers a bad final round from last year. That experience motivates him now. As the tournament continues, he and his fellow competitors look to improve their scores amidst the tough conditions.