The 105th New Zealand Open is underway at Millbrook Resort, drawing top golfers from New Zealand, Australia, the United States and beyond. With changing weather conditions and tight scoring margins, the live leaderboard is shifting throughout the day as players compete for early dominance.
After a rain-affected opening round, Australia’s Matias Sanchez surged into the clubhouse lead with an impressive bogey-free 7-under-par 64. His steady round set the benchmark in difficult conditions.
Close behind are experienced contenders including Kevin Na and Wade Ormsby, both carding strong rounds of 66 to remain firmly in contention.
New Zealand fans are also watching amateur talent Yuki Miya, who delivered an impressive under-par performance before play was suspended due to fading light.
With the course playing challenging but fair, the leaderboard continues to reflect a tightly contested tournament heading into the next round.
Top Performers (After Opening Round)
- Matias Sanchez (AUS) – 7-under par
- Kevin Na (USA) – 66
- Wade Ormsby (AUS) – 66
- Yuki Miya (NZ, Amateur) – 6-under (round in progress)
Scores subject to change as play continues.
Key Highlights from Day 1
- Weather delays disrupted early tee times.
- Sanchez delivered one of the cleanest rounds of the day with no bogeys.
- International and local players are closely packed on the leaderboard.
- Conditions at Millbrook are testing consistency and course management.
FAQs – 105th New Zealand Open Leaderboard
1. Where is the 105th New Zealand Open being held?
The tournament is being played at Millbrook Resort in Queenstown, one of New Zealand’s premier golf destinations.
2. Who is leading the New Zealand Open right now?
Matias Sanchez currently holds the clubhouse lead after shooting 7-under in the opening round.
3. How often is the NZ Open leaderboard updated?
The leaderboard updates live throughout each round, reflecting real-time scoring changes.
4. Are amateur players competing in the tournament?
Yes, amateur players are part of the field and some have delivered impressive performances early in the event.
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