Round 1
Min Woo Lee and Pierceson Coody lead American Express after round one
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Min Woo Lee and Pierceson Coody fired 10-under 62s to share the lead after the first round of the 2026 American Express in La Quinta, California. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler made a strong season debut with a bogey-free 9-under 63, sitting one stroke back alongside seven others. Low scores dominated the day across three courses, with 70 players finishing at 5-under or better.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the second round of the 2026 Australian Open with a 6-4, 6-1 victory over French qualifier Tiantsoa Rakotomanga Rajaonah. During the match, Sabalenka accidentally hit her opponent in the face with a ball, creating an awkward moment. Post-match, she celebrated with a selfie alongside tennis legends Roger Federer and Rod Laver.