Tattar Takes Charge at Brewster Ridge Despite Torrential Rain

The first round of the 2023 PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships presented by L.L.Bean was a grueling test for the FPO division players at Brewster Ridge. Missy Gannon, one of the top contenders, described the experience as feeling like an eternity, with heavy rain pouring down throughout the course.

However, despite the difficult conditions and pressure of competing in a PDGA Major, the top 14 players were able to keep their composure and stay under par for the day. Kristin Tattar, who has already won two Majors this year (PDGA Champions Cup and European Open), proved her mettle by fighting through the tough conditions to finish at eight strokes under par.

When asked about navigating the wooded fairways of hole 8, Tattar likened it to playing in a torrential downpour. "It felt like someone was just pouring water on us," she said, describing the intensity of the rain. Despite the challenging conditions, Tattar started strong, going five under through the front nine and then maintaining a bogey-free streak until hole 16.

Tattar's impressive performance can be attributed to her ability to stay focused and adapt to the conditions. She relied on her skills to navigate the course, making the most of scoring opportunities with an impressive 5.83 strokes gained tee-to-green in round one. With only one missed putt inside the circle but multiple successful circle two putts, Tattar maintained control throughout the round.

Looking ahead to the second round, Tattar has a three-stroke lead on Valerie Mandujano, who recently gained momentum with a win at the 2023 LWS Open at Idlewild. According to StatMando, this marks the fourth consecutive Major where Tattar has opened with a multi-stroke lead after round one.

The second-round lead card will feature not only Tattar and Mandujano but also Kat Mertsch and Missy Gannon, both of whom have taken wins at Elite Series events this year. As Gannon noted, "There's four more rounds, so plenty of time" to make a run for the title.

The FPO field has already seen some score separation, but there are still plenty of opportunities for players to make a comeback and challenge Tattar's lead as they head to Fox Run Meadows for round two of the 2023 PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/rain-ridge