Eri Okayama recorded six birdies and one bogey for a 5-under 67 to take a share of the lead at the AIG Women’s Open.

This is the Japanese player’s first round in the 60s at this event, her previous best was a 70 in the fourth round in 2018.

Okayamae hit 11 of 14 fairways and 16 of 18 greens in regulation with 29 putts.

Compatriot Rio Takeda carded seven birdies and a double bogey at the par-5 9th to take a share of the lead. Her seven birdies are the most among the field. She hit 10 of 14 fairways and 14 of 18 greens in regulation with 27 putts.

This is also her career-best 18-hole score at the AIG Women’s Open and her first round in the 60s at this major. Her previous best 18-hole score was 73 in round 2 of 2024 as a non-member.

Japan’s Miyu Yamashita played an eagle at the par-5 9th, four birdies and two bogeys for a 4-under 68 and solo third place. Her 68 ties her career-best 18-hole score in her fourth start at this major. She hit 10 of 14 fairways and 14 of 18 greens in regulation with 29 putts.

Ten players are tied in fourth place at 3-under.

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