Sweden's Ludvig Åberg has taken the lead after the first round of the RBC Heritage, carding an impressive eight-under 63. This puts him one shot ahead of Ryder Cup teammate Viktor Hovland and American Harris English. Meanwhile, Robert MacIntyre has made a strong start following his dramatic exit from The Masters, shooting five under on Thursday.
MacIntyre's performance comes after a tumultuous week at Augusta National, where he missed the cut and was involved in controversy. World No 1 Scottie Scheffler is also in the mix, recovering from a poor start to shoot three under as he seeks to bounce back from finishing second at The Masters.
The RBC Heritage is being held at Harbour Town Golf Links in South Carolina, featuring a strong field despite the absence of Rory McIlroy. Åberg expressed satisfaction with his game, particularly his iron play and approach shots, which he felt were the highlights of his round. MacIntyre, on the other hand, reflected on the challenge of managing his emotions after a disappointing showing at The Masters, where he also drew attention for an obscene gesture. He emphasized his focus on moving forward and performing well, acknowledging the support of his family and team.
The tournament continues, with coverage available on Sky Sports Golf.