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Birdie Barrage: McCarty Takes Early Lead
9 May
Summary
- McCarty shot an 8-under 63 for a one-shot lead.
- Rory McIlroy struggled, making only one birdie.
- Play was suspended due to rain, with some players finishing Friday.
Matt McCarty surged to the lead at the Truist Championship on Thursday, posting an 8-under 63. His impressive round, highlighted by nine birdies, gave him a one-shot advantage over Sungjae Im before play was suspended due to rain. Several players, including Im, will finish their opening rounds on Friday.
Rory McIlroy, making his return after winning the Masters, showed signs of rust on the Quail Hollow course. He recorded 17 consecutive pars before finally sinking a birdie putt on the ninth hole. McIlroy finished his round at 1-under 70, seven shots behind the leader.
Other notable performances included five players tied at 5-under, three shots off the lead, including defending champion Sepp Straka. Cameron Young, who has seen significant success recently, is among those four shots back. The course experienced delays due to heavy rainfall, leading to wet fairways and a longer playing experience.
