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Sweden's Johan Edfors shot an 11-under 61 to open up a 2-shot first-round lead at the Vivendi Cup.
David Dixon sits second after a 9-under 63, one ahead of fellow Englishman John Parry and France's Jean-Francois Remesey.
All four players shot their rounds on the Marly course, while England's Chris Gane posted the best effort on the slightly longer Retz course with a 7-under 65.
Padraig Harrington is the only member of Europe's Ryder Cup team to be competing at the Gold de Joyenval Club following the withdrawal of Peter Hanson through illness. The Irishman shot a 4-under 68 in his opening round.
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The tournament is making its debut on the European Tour.
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