Alison Lee seized a two-shot lead in the opening round of the LPGA Tour’s Meijer Classic in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with a stunning seven-under-par 65 on Thursday. The California native showcased exceptional putting skills and an improving swing to secure seven birdies and an eagle, distancing herself from a tightly packed leaderboard.
Despite her decade-long quest for a maiden LPGA Tour victory, Lee had been diligently working on her swing in preparation for this week’s tournament. Although she admitted to feeling some discomfort at the start of the round, she gradually found her rhythm and confidence as the day progressed.
Lee’s standout moment came on the par-five eighth hole, where she executed a remarkable eight-iron shot to within 15 feet, setting up an eagle opportunity which she converted with aplomb. Reflecting on her performance, she credited her putter for saving pars and securing birdies, expressing surprise and delight at her overall round.
Numerous competitors find themselves tied for second place, each posting impressive 67s to trail Lee by two strokes. Among them is Canada’s Brooke Henderson, who finished the day strongly with an eagle on the final hole. An additional eleven players are just one shot behind on four under par, setting the stage for an exciting weekend of golf at the Meijer Classic.
This tournament serves as a crucial warm-up ahead of the upcoming Women’s PGA Championship, scheduled to take place at the Sahalee Country Club in Washington next week. With Lee leading the field after a stellar first round,
