English amateur Lottie Woad, who two weeks ago made history at the Masters course, is threatening to pen an even more fantastical tale in her major debut.
Defending champion Lilia Vu withdrew moments before tee-off due to a back injury.
Wesley Bryan shot a nine-under 63 to grab a three stroke lead after the first round of the Puntacana Championship on Thursday.Four-time PGA Tour winner Charlie Hoffman was one of five players, three shots back of Bryan, after posting six-under rounds of 66.