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Stephen Curry Shoots 1 over at Ellie Mae Classic After Brilliant Back-9 Play

Stephen Curry may have a future on the links if he ever gets tired of winning championships and contending for MVPs on the hardwood.

The Golden State Warriors star held his own in the first round of the Ellie Mae Classic Web.com Tour competition at TPC Stonebrae Country Club in Hayward, California, on Thursday, shooting a one-over 71 after accepting a sponsor's invitation to participate.

He performed above that status when he caught fire on his back nine and shot three-under par in the final seven holes after a slow start.

It is the second straight year he has competed in the event, and Kevin Prise of PGATour.