Golf
Rod Pampling holds a one-stroke lead after the first round of the SAS Championship
Posted October 13, 2023 10:20 p.m. EDT
Australian Rod Pampling birdied five of his last eight holes on his way to a 6-under 66 in the first round of the SAS Championship at Prestonwood Country Club. His birdie at the par-4 18th secured him a one-stroke lead over a 10-way tie for second place. He matched his low 18-hole score of the 2023 season.
The log-jam tied for second at five-under 67 includes Vijay Singh, Ernie Els, Jerry Kelly and reigning Charles Schwab Cup winner Steven Alker.
The second round gets underway Saturday morning in Cary.