The Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club experienced a delayed start due to heavy rain, leading to a suspension of play for nearly three hours. Play resumed in the afternoon, but was again halted at nightfall with 30 players still needing to complete their first round. Aaron Rai led the field early on with a 6-under 64, but Rory McIlroy and Jacob Bridgeman tied for the top spot after both shot 65 and 64 respectively. McIlroy, seeking his 30th PGA Tour win, finished strongly with a 65, including a birdie at the eighth hole to reach 11 under. Bridgeman, a promising young American, started hot with an eagle and finished with a 64, moving to 12 under and sharing the lead with Penge, who shot a remarkable 64 despite a weather-delayed start. The tournament's second round was underway Friday morning, with players aiming to complete their rounds amid challenging weather conditions. The event is part of the PGA Tour's 2026 schedule and offers a prize purse of $20 million, with the winner earning $4 million. The course, known for its challenging layout and lengthened fourth hole, remains a key venue, with strong field participation including all top-ranked players.