India’s Pranavi Urs, a rising talent, showcased skill and confidence by carding a 3-under 70 in the first round in Morocco, placing her in a tied second position. The 23-year-old, known for her consistent performance, demonstrated composure on the Ladies European Tour, trailing Australia’s Kelsey Bennett by just two shots. Pranavi’s round included early birdies and steady play, positioning her well on the leaderboard.
Pranavi’s momentum continued on the front nine with three consecutive birdies, briefly challenging for the lead. Despite a bogey, she closed the round impressively with pars, securing a share of second place with nine other players. Having shown promise in past seasons, Pranavi aims for a breakthrough title after notable finishes in prestigious events.
Leader Kelsey Bennett from Australia led the pack with a remarkable 5-under 68, showcasing a mix of birdies and bogeys. Among other Indian participants, Avani Prashanth and Diksha Dagar faced challenges with rounds of 2-over 75, while Hitaashee Bakshi struggled with a 5-over 78. Notable players like Ayako Uehara, Shannon Tan, and Hannah Screen also performed well in the opening round.
