LANCASTER, Pennsylvania, July 9 (Reuters) - Hall of Famer Karrie Webb parred the first 10 holes before going on a birdie spree that carried her to a four-under 66 for a share of the early first-round lead at the U.S. Women's Open on Thursday.
The 40-year-old Australian, a seven-times major winner, started at the 10th and after a steady tour of Lancaster Country Club's difficult back nine posted birdies at the second, fourth, sixth and eighth holes on the way home.
Tied at 66 was little-known American Marina Alex, who also took advantage of the rain-softened conditions on the long, hilly layout with three birdies on the front nine.