Ben Griffin led the charge of US Ryder Cup players at the PGA Procore Championship on Friday, firing a six-under par 66 to seize a three-shot lead over Russell Henley and amateur Jackson Koivun.

Griffin, a captain's pick to make his Ryder Cup debut when the Americans host Europe at Bethpage Black this month, is looking more than ready for the biennial match play showdown.

He carded six birdies without a bogey at the Silverado Resort in Napa, California, to build a 14-under par total of 130 heading into the weekend.

"I wouldn't even say my mindset's been Ryder Cup," Griffin said, although 10 of US captain Keegan Bradley's players are in the field this week.

"I've been pretty focused on this golf tournament. Without a doubt, off the golf course hanging out with the guys and stuff, there'

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