Overview

• Jake Knapp, Sepp Straka, Nico Echavarria and Victor Perez each shot a 6-under 64 to share the first-round lead at The Renaissance Club.
• World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler carded a 3-under 67, three shots off the pace, while Rory McIlroy and defending champion Robert MacIntyre posted 2-under 68.
• Firm turf and persistent coastal winds at Tom Doak’s Renaissance Club demanded strategic shot placement and influenced scoring throughout the day.
• The leading three players not already exempt who make the cut will earn spots in next week’s 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush.
• As a co-sanctioned PGA Tour and DP World Tour event, the Scottish Open has drawn one of the strongest fields of the season and provided a vital links warm-up.