Omanu golfer Craig Hamilton is leading after the first round of the 7th Danny Lee Springfield Open.
Hamilton shot a four under par 66 ahead of Nick Voke 67 and Compton Pikari 67. Tournament favourite Victor Janin struggled in the sweltering heat to finish the first round in 24th placewith a round of 73.
In the women's division, Rotorua's Heather Keefe currently leads with an even par 72 ahead of Celyn Khoo 73, and Chantelle Cassidy 74.
The heat has been a major factor with temperatures in the high 20s, despite a westerly.
The 96 strong field are currently competing in their second round which is expected to be completed about 7.30pm this evening.
