Overview
- Bhatia finished the first round with an 8-under 64, including a strong finish with an eagle and a birdie.
- Miles Russell, the youngest player to make a Korn Ferry Tour cut, shot a 2-over 74 in his PGA Tour debut.
- Rickie Fowler, the defending champion, closed with three consecutive birdies to finish at 6-under 66.
- Taylor Montgomery and Michael Kim are just one stroke behind Bhatia, each shooting 7-under 65.
- Cameron Young and Neal Shipley also delivered notable performances, with Shipley making a strong comeback after a rough start.