The FM Championship at TPC Boston is led by a three-way tie after the first round, with Allisen Corpuz, Sei Young Kim, and Jodi Ewart Shadoff each shooting a 7-under 65.

Allisen Corpuz opened the tournament with a strong 7-under 65, sharing the lead with Kim and Shadoff, and has shown consistent improvement with recent top-10 finishes.

Nelly Korda, returning to her usual form after recent struggles, switched to a new blade putter and scored a solid 67, expressing confidence in her equipment.

Korda's change of putter and grip during the tournament contributed to her impressive round, which included seven birdies, and she feels her game is turning a corner.

Sei Young Kim played in the morning under cooler conditions, birdying three par-5s and finishing with a 65, though she expressed concern about weather affecting play.

Corpuz, a former U.S. Women’s Open champion, has been showing resilience throughout the year, with recent top-10 finishes indicating her game is improving.

Jodi Ewart Shadoff, who has struggled this season, birdied her last four holes to join the leaders, demonstrating her competitive form.

The tournament continues to highlight a streak of 22 consecutive LPGA tournaments with different winners and Korda's ongoing quest to secure her first win of the season.

Korda, who recently lost her No. 1 ranking to Thitikul, is tied for third place with other top contenders like Minjee Lee, Celine Boutier, and Andrea Lee.

Jeeno Thitikul, returning to No. 1 in the world, scored a 69, suffering a bogey on the 18th after a difficult approach shot, and is tied for 19th.

Other top contenders include rookies and established players who had to qualify to enter the field, making the competition even more intense.

The first round was highly competitive, with many players within a few strokes of the leaders, setting the stage for an exciting tournament.

Overall, the first round at TPC Boston showcased a mix of resilience, strategic play, and ongoing narratives of dominance and comeback stories in the LPGA.