Kyriacou Shines Early in Sydney to Kickstart LPGA Season
The LPGA season has started with a bang in Sydney, showcasing impressive performances from both established players and promising newcomers. Notably, Australian golfer Grace Kyriacou delivered a standout performance, indicating her readiness for an exciting season ahead.
Kyriacou’s Impressive Start
Grace Kyriacou expressed her satisfaction with her performance. She mentioned entering the competition with low expectations due to recent swing changes during the offseason. However, she aimed to impress the home crowd in Sydney.
“I’d say there’s no expectations, but I also want to play well in front of the home crowd,” Kyriacou noted. “It kind of worked out better than I expected.” Her early success could signify a promising year as she aims to join the ranks of other notable female winners in the series.
Leaderboard Highlights
Joining Kyriacou at the top of the leaderboard was fellow competitor Watt. He achieved an impressive round, featuring seven birdies and an exciting hole-in-one on the par-3 17th.
- Watt’s round score: 66
- Number of birdies: 7
- Hole-in-one location: Par-3 17th
Watt shared his enthusiasm, recalling a previous albatross just a month prior. “It was an interesting morning for sure. When I have a nice shot, it goes in, which is great,” he commented.
Notable Moments from the Tournament
Another highlight was Caitlin Peirce, who recorded her first career ace at the par-3 second hole. She joins a group of six players tied at four-under, showcasing the depth of talent present this week.
- Peirce’s achievement: First career hole-in-one
- Tied players at fourth place: 6 players at 4-under
As the tournament continues, all eyes will be on Kyriacou as she seeks to become the fourth woman to win a Webex Players Series event. Her determination, coupled with home support, may provide the momentum she needs to achieve this milestone.
