Golf-Olson aces on way to first-round lead at U.S. Women's Open


Aug 25, 2019; Aurora, Ontario, CAN; Amy Olson tees off on the second hole in the final round of the CP Womens Open golf tournament at Magna Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports

(Reuters) -American Amy Olson's bid for her maiden major got off to a solid start as a hole in one and three birdies gave her the first-round lead at the U.S. Women's Open in Houston, Texas on Thursday.

The 28-year-old started her day on the back nine and raised her arms in triumph after hitting the hole in one on the par-three 16 at Cypress Creek - one of two layouts being used at Champions Golf Course because of reduced daylight.

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