Justin Thomas took the lead at the RBC Heritage with a remarkable 10-under-par 61 during the tournament's first round at Hilton Head, South Carolina. The two-time major champion delivered an impressive performance, recording 11 birdies with just one bogey on the Harbour Town Golf Links, showcasing his mastery of the course's conditions and tight fairways.
Defending champion Scottie Scheffler and Russell Henley are tied for second, trailing Thomas by three shots. Scheffler, who ranked fourth at the Masters, shot a bogey-free 64 with seven birdies. Meanwhile, a competitive field including players like Wyndham Clark, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Brian Harman are within striking distance, showcasing strong play in pursuit of the lead. Justin Rose, fresh off a playoff loss at the Masters, is also in contention after a solid round, emphasizing the depth of talent vying for victory at the prestigious event.