LPGA Tour: Xiyu Lin takes lead at the Ascendant LPGA in Texas

After scoring an eagle at the 17th, Xiyu Lin had five birdies and a bogey and shot a first-round 65, finishing late in the day to overtake rookie Atthaya Thitikul and veteran Lizette Salas by a shot at Old American Golf Club in The Colony, Texas. Lexi Thompson is among those tied for fourth, two shots back. Nelly Korda, who could be in position to reclaim the top spot in the rankings, opened with a 4-over 75. She had six bogeys and just two birdies and sits tied for 91st.

Read more of the 1st round recap at the Old American Golf Club by clicking here.

Source: Golfweek; RealFeelGolfMats