Overview

• Joel Dahmen shot a record-setting 10-under 62 at the Corales Golf Course, highlighted by 10 birdies and no bogeys.
• Dahmen leads the tournament by two strokes over Keith Mitchell, Matt Wallace, and Garrick Higgo after the opening round.
• Matt Wallace, the 2023 champion, posted eight birdies in a flawless round to join the group tied for second at 64.
• Aaron Baddeley delivered a bogey-free 66 to tie for 10th, while five players, including Matt NeSmith and Rikuya Hoshino, share fifth at 65.
• Dahmen, ranked 176th in the world, is aiming to rebound after missing the Masters, citing renewed focus and preparation for this event.