Aditi Ashok's Tough Start at Women's PGA Championship

Indian golfer Aditi Ashok faced a challenging start at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship with a 9-over 81. She had six bogeys and a triple bogey. Meanwhile, Jeeno Thitikul showed resilience, overcoming an early setback to shoot a 4-under 68, placing herself in strong contention.

Indian golfer Aditi Ashok had a challenging opening at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship, finishing the first round with a 9-over 81 devoid of birdies.

Facing almost certain elimination barring an exceptional follow-up round, Aditi landed six bogeys and a triple bogey, placing her tied at 135th as the cut looms at 3-over.

In contrast, World No. 2 Jeeno Thitikul demonstrated resilience by bouncing back from an early double bogey to finish her round at 4-under 68, marking a strong start for the Thai golfer.

(With inputs from agencies.)