Jackson shoots 65 to lead at U.S. Mid-Amateur

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RIVER HILLS, Wis. (AP) -- Two-time champion Tim Jackson shot a 5-under 65 on Saturday at Milwaukee Country Club to take a one-stroke lead after the first round of stroke-play qualifying in the U.S. Mid-Amateur.

The 49-year-old Jackson, the 1994 and 2001 winner from Germantown, Tenn., had seven birdies and two bogeys. The top 64 after two rounds will advance to match play.

"I expect to compete, but you don't expect to shoot 65 on a USGA setup," Jackson said. "It's more gratifying when you're older to play so well. I was pretty steady, and a bit surprised."

Scott Fawcett, 35, of Dallas shot a 66, also at Milwaukee Country Club. Randy Haag of Burlingame, Calif., opened with a 67 at MCC, and Richard Berkmeyer of St. Louis had a 67 at Brown Deer Park. Tim Mickelson of San Diego, the younger brother of PGA TOUR star Phil Mickelson, shot a 69 at Brown Deer.

The tournament is open to amateurs 25 years old or older.