Kiwi Fox, local hero Smalley make most of late PGA calls
- Ryan Fox from New Zealand and Alex Smalley from Greensboro led after the first round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow on Thursday.
- Fox earned his spot last Sunday with a Myrtle Beach Classic win, while Smalley entered hours before starting due to Sahith Theegala’s withdrawal.
- Fox played a practice round Wednesday and chipped in for birdie, while Smalley had limited preparation, hitting a few balls Tuesday and one hole pre-storm.
- Both players scored 67s, four under par, with Fox noting that putting in your full effort allows you to accept any outcome confidently.
- Their strong starts suggest readiness despite differing preparation times and Smalley’s last-minute inclusion, highlighting resilience in the 156-player field.
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