Photo / PhotosportNew Zealand golfer Kydia Ko has started the 2021 LPGA Tour in superb form, firing a stunning opening round at the Gainbridge Championship. Ko, who finished a challenging 2020 tour with four top-10 finishes, posted an eagle, six birdies and a bogey in a seven-under round of 66 to lead the field by two shots. Despite Lake Nona being her home course, Ko told media after the round that today was the best she'd ever played on what was a challenging set of holes. "But I think it's a pretty tricky golf course and the greens are subtle in some areas. With today's impressive opening round, her chances of breaking that drought have been significantly raised.

Source: New Zealand Herald February 25, 2021 23:26 UTC