Perrine Delacour made history on Thursday, shooting a remarkable 63 in rainy conditions at the Columbia Edgewater Country Club to take the lead in the Portland Classic. The French golfer, who is currently ranked No. 75 in the world, put together a stunning round that included eight birdies and an eagle. Her performance was even more impressive considering the challenging conditions, with heavy rain and strong winds making it difficult for players to keep their shots on target.
Delacour’s round was the lowest score of the tournament so far and puts her one stroke ahead of American Lizette Salas, who shot a 64 in the first round. Delacour’s performance was also the lowest score ever recorded at the Portland Classic, surpassing the previous record of 64 set by American Angela Stanford in 2016.
Delacour’s round was made all the more impressive by her ability to stay focused despite the difficult conditions. She managed to stay calm and composed throughout her round, never letting the weather affect her concentration. This was especially evident on the back nine, where she birdied four of her last five holes to finish with a flourish.
The performance was a testament to Delacour’s skill and determination, and she will now be looking to maintain her lead over the next two rounds. If she can do so, she will become the first French golfer to win the Portland Classic, and only the second European after England’s Laura Davies in 1995.
It promises to be an exciting tournament, with Delacour’s stellar performance setting the bar high for her competitors. With the weather forecast looking more favorable for the next two rounds, it will be interesting to see if anyone can catch up to Delacour’s impressive 63.
