Brown made six birdies in a row on his front nine and had eight birdies in nine holes at one point. Brown shot an 8-under 64, rising to a tie for 41st. He began the day in 117th place after shooting an even-par 72 in his first round as a pro.

Golfers will play one round on each of the three courses before the 54-hole cut is made ahead of Sunday's final round.