McCarty Leads Early at Quail Hollow
Rory McIlroy, who recently became the fourth player to win consecutive Masters titles with his victory at Augusta last month, began his campaign at the Truist Championship with a first-round score of 70.
The 37-year-old Northern Irishman recorded 17 pars and secured his sole birdie on the 18th hole, finishing the round at one-under par.
American Matt McCarty set the early pace in Charlotte with an impressive eight-under-par 63.
England's Harry Hall posted six birdies and one bogey to conclude the opening round at five-under 66.
Fellow Englishmen Tommy Fleetwood, who recorded an eagle on the 10th hole, and Alex Fitzpatrick, recently granted tour membership, both carded rounds of 67, placing them four under par.
England's Matt Wallace and Justin Rose each signed for level-par rounds of 71, while Scotland's Robert MacIntyre stood at two over par with one hole remaining when play was suspended late in the evening due to inclement weather.
Upcoming Tournament
This tournament serves as the final event before the US PGA Championship, which is scheduled to take place at Aronimink Golf Club in Pennsylvania from 14-17 May.
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