Thitikul leads Open as Ryu and Kuwaki chase
World number two Jeeno Thitikul leads the first round of the AIG Women's Open by two shots after a spectacular seven-under 64 at Royal Lytham & St Anne's.
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Notable Quotes
"Winning one doesn't mean much, I would rather be a consistent player, more than just winning one and then gone."
— Jeeno Thitikul , Athlete
"I was super nervous on the first tee. I was so nervous."
— Charley Hull , Athlete
"Good start. No bogeys, which is always a good round here."
— Lottie Woad , Athlete
Key People
Charley Hull is an English professional golfer known for her impressive performances.
Haeran Ryu is a professional golfer from South Korea who won her first major at the Women's PGA Championship.
World number two golfer leading the first round of the AIG Women's Open.
Lottie Woad is an English golfer who nearly secured her third LPGA title.
Lydia Ko is a professional golfer from New Zealand and a three-time major winner.
Miyu Yamashita is a Japanese golfer who won the Meijer LPGA Classic.
Nelly Korda is a professional golfer and the world number one.
Shiho Kuwaki is a professional golfer from Japan.
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World number two Jeeno Thitikul leads the first round of the AIG Women's Open by two shots after a spectacular seven-under 64 at Royal Lytham & St Anne's.
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