PETALING JAYA: South Korea’s Choi Hye-jin made a strong statement, putting up a flawless eight-under 64 to seize the first round lead at the US$3mil (RM12.6mil) Maybank Championship at the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club.
The 26-year-old did not let the humid weather conditions get in her way as she put up a bogey-free round highlighted by an eagle at the par-five third hole and a superb birdie chip on the 18th for a one stroke lead at the top.
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