PEBBLE BEACH (CALIFORNIA) – Kelly Xu, a Stanford student, and Sadie Englemann, a Stanford amateur, hit the first tee shot off Nos. Pebble Beach made history when the first and tenth holes were played. This was the first time a women’s major was ever played on this American treasure. It was not a good start for some of the best.
World No. World No. Nelly Korda, who started from the 10th hole, dug herself a huge hole, shooting a shocking score of 79, and then a 76. It was worse for rookie Natthakritta vongtaveelap: After five holes.
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As is common, several amateurs enjoyed career days, with three of 27 placing in the top 10.
Here’s a look at how the first round of the 2018 World Cup unfolded, with Rose Zhang as the rookie sensation.
