England's Charley Hull two shots back at LPGA Maybank Championship as Pauline Roussin-Bouchard leads in Kuala Lumpur

England's Charley Hull opened with a solid 67 to sit two shots behind leader Pauline Roussin-Bouchard of France at the LPGA Maybank Championship in Kuala Lumpur. Roussin-Bouchard fired a bogey-free 65 to set the early pace at Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club. Hull, who has been in strong form this season, carded five birdies against a lone bogey to stay firmly in contention. The tournament features a star-studded field, including world number one Ruoning Yin and major champion Celine Boutier, as players compete for a share of the $3 million purse. With hot and humid conditions expected throughout the week, endurance and precision will be key. Hull's consistent ball-striking and aggressive putting make her a serious threat heading into the second round. As the leaderboard tightens, all eyes will be on whether the English star can chase down Roussin-Bouchard and claim her first LPGA title of the year.