Miguel Tabuena (Phi) First round 65 (-7)

It was surreal. I have never shot eight-under on the front-nine before. A sub-60 round was definitely on my mind which I thought kind of cost me as I got ahead of myself. But it’s still a decent round and I’m pretty happy with my position. I’m trying a new technique and it’s paying off. But I slowed down in my back-nine which cost me a bit. 3.30am alarm this morning wasn’t that nice but the seven-under more than makes up for it. This is my first time here and I really enjoy playing this format. I’m glad to be here. It’s a long way from home but I’m happy how’s the week is turning out here.

Kristoffer Reitan (Nor) First round 65 (-7)

I’m really happy with that round. I played some good golf from tee to green very well, and holed some putts as well, so I’m really happy about the round. I qualified for the U.S. Open and qualified for the European Tour through Q School last year, So it’s something maybe with the qualifying mind-set that I enjoy.  So I hope that can work to my advantage this week. I’m just trying to learn as much as I can from every tournament and try to unlock my best golf.

S.S.P. Chawrasia (Ind) First round 68 (-4)

I’m happy to have returned with a bogey-free round today. I have been working on my putting for the last few months and it’s finally paying off this week. So if I can continue to do the same, I’ll have a good chance. This course is in excellent condition. Terry Pilkadaris and I were both looking at each other when Miguel went on that birdie run. He made birdies in his first seven holes, then par eight before making another birdie on 18. He made birdie on the first hole. He went to nine-under after 10 holes. I’ve never seen this before, but he’s playing good today.