Rebecca Cox Storms the Field with Record-Breaking Round at Pro Worlds

Rebecca Cox has firmly established herself as one to watch in the disc golf world. Fresh from a glowing endorsement by four-time PDGA World Champion Paige Pierce, Cox responded with a stellar performance at the Pro Worlds event at Smugglers' Notch Resort in Vermont. On Wednesday, she took an early lead, carding a 1-under-par 60 on the Brewster Ridge Course, placing her three shots clear of the rest.

Cox's achievement marked not only a personal best but also the highest rating of her career to date – a staggering 992. As for what made this round so special, Cox revealed that she wasn't expecting it at all. Her strategy was simple: stick to her game plan and let her skills shine through.

The Ohio native faced stiff competition from other top players, including Pierce and Sarah Hokom, who both finished the day in fifth place with a 3-over-par score. Paige Bjerkaas, Jessica Weese, and Holly Finley were tied for second place with matching 2-over-par scores.

As Cox navigated the challenging fairways of Brewster Ridge, she often found herself off-target. However, her accuracy rate may have been lower than some others in the field – eighth out of 49 players – but she managed to capitalize on her opportunities when they arose. Cox's ability to scramble and save par when needed was key to her success.

Pierce, considered one of the favorites for the championship, struggled with issues related to humidity and its impact on her grip. She acknowledged that overthinking on the tee had hindered her performance, a lesson she aimed to correct in the next round.

Weese, meanwhile, focused on maintaining her composure throughout the game. Her impressive 73% scramble rate was one of the top three in the field, a testament to her mental fortitude. As Weese observed, controlling emotions and staying level-headed is crucial when facing the challenges presented by courses like Brewster Ridge.

The Open Women's field will shift to Fox Run for round two, bringing new obstacles in terms of out-of-bounds hazards and longer distances. Cox admitted that she would be faced with additional challenges but remained optimistic about her chances.

"Brewster I feel more comfortable with," Cox said. "My game plan there was just attack the holes I can attack and play for par on the par 4 holes I don’t really feel like I can be aggressive on."

For round two, Cox is planning to adapt her strategy to suit Fox Run's demands. Her aim will be to stay within bounds and secure pars where possible.

The competition will continue after a weather delay, with the Open Women's field teeing off at 10 am sharp. Fans can follow live scoring and statistics on UDiscLive.com for updates throughout the event.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/2018proworlds/news/career-best-round-gives-cox-early-worlds-lead