MacIntyre and Hossler emerged triumphant at the end of Thursday’s round, seizing the lead at the Korn Ferry Tour Championship in Myrtle Beach. Tied atop the leaderboard with matching scores of 64, they set the pace in the opening round of the season-ending event.
– Hossler, MacIntyre Surge Ahead on Day One
Hossler and MacIntyre Seize Day One at Myrtle Beach
With impressive performances, Sam Hossler and Robert MacIntyre emerged as the frontrunners after the opening day of The International at Royal Myrtle Beach Golf Links. Both golfers carded flawless 6-under 65s, setting the pace in the star-studded field.
Hot Start for Hossler
Hossler, a rising star on the PGA Tour, made a blistering start with three consecutive birdies from holes 10 to 12. The 26-year-old added further birdies on 15 and 18 to take the outright lead. His aggressive approach and pinpoint iron play paid dividends throughout the round.
MacIntyre’s Steady Ascent
MacIntyre, a two-time DP World Tour winner, showcased his consistency with a balanced performance. The Scotsman began his round on the back nine and made the turn at 1-under. He then clicked into gear, birdieing four of the first six holes on the front side to join Hossler at the top.
Strong Contenders Emerge
Trailing by a single stroke are major champion Patrick Reed and Olympic medalist Xander Schauffele, who carded 5-under 66s. Reed’s round was highlighted by an eagle on the par-5 7th hole, while Schauffele’s solid tee-to-green play proved instrumental.
Local Flair Makes Impression
The local crowd had reason to cheer as Ryan Nevin, a South Carolina native, fired an impressive 4-under 67. The former amateur standout is positioned within striking distance and will hope to continue his strong showing over the weekend.
Table: Top 5 Leaderboard (After Round 1)
Rank | Player | Score |
---|---|---|
1 | Sam Hossler | 65 (-6) |
1 | Robert MacIntyre | 65 (-6) |
3 | Patrick Reed | 66 (-5) |
3 | Xander Schauffele | 66 (-5) |
5 | Ryan Nevin | 67 (-4) |
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