“Bay Current Classic” finally opened in the refreshing breeze of autumn in Yokohama. The only US men’s golf tour (PGA) held in Japan welcomed some of the world’s best players to Yokohama Country Club. A strategic course with a total length of 7,315 yards and a par of 71, it is a merciless challenge for top players. ⛳🇯🇵✨ The gorgeous combination of Hideki Matsuyama, Collin Morikawa, and Chris Gotalup dominated the talk of the tournament from the first day. Matsuyama has 11 PGA wins in total, and as a superstar that Japan is proud of, he quietly burns his fighting spirit despite the loud cheers of the home crowd. Next to him is Morikawa, who has won two majors. As a Japanese American, he takes on the challenge with a strong desire to “win in the country of my grandparents.” And the up-and-comer from America, Gotalup, excited the audience with his spectacular driver shots. 🔥🏌️♂️🌟 In the first round on the 9th, Matsuyama teed off from the 1st hole at 10:35am. The second round on the 10th is scheduled to start from number 10 at 9:18am. Spectators started arriving early in the morning, and the venue was filled with the excitement of a festival. It was heartwarming to see Japanese flags in the hands of the audience and small children cheering and shouting “Hideki!”. 🎌👏❤️ The course is beautiful, but not easy. The delicate slope of the fairway, the delicate speed of the green, and the sea breeze unique to Yokohama will test the players. The 17th hole in particular is considered the deciding factor of the match and is known as the “devil hole.” Matsuyama carefully read the lines during practice and repeatedly checked the trajectory of his fairway woods and irons. There is no gap in his concentration. 💨💪🎯 On the other hand, Morikawa calmly takes shots with a calm expression. He hit the fairway with certainty and showed a delicate touch on the green. His posture has the precision and pride of a craftsman. Japan’s next-generation stars such as Ryo Ishikawa, Takumi Kanaya, Yasuka Hanamigawa, and Ryo Hisatsune are not far behind. Ishikawa has sharpened his sense of short game, and Kanaya shows stability with his stable swing. Manigawa captivated the audience with his aggressive playing style, while Hisatsune continued to play calmly, drawing on his experience on overseas tours. 🔥🇯🇵💫 Furthermore, the overseas players are also super gorgeous. Major champions such as Adam Scott and Xander Schauffele are in attendance. Adam’s swing is as beautiful as art, and Schauffele talked about his feelings for Japan as a gold medalist at the Tokyo Olympics. “Being able to play in Japan has a special meaning. I want to feel the excitement of those Olympics again,” he said, to warm applause from the entire venue. 🏅🌏💖 The sight of the players walking on the green grass of Yokohama CC is the epitome of the beauty of sports. The audience held their breath silently and applauded each shot. The sound of the wind, the impact of the club, and the moment a white ball cuts through the air. Everything about it is beautiful, like poetry. 🌿🎶✨ Matsuyama ended the day with a spectacular birdie. The audience stood up and applauded as he took off his hat and bowed. There was an atmosphere of “respect” and “gratitude” that went beyond victory or defeat. The quiet aura that came from his back was the very soul of Japan. 🎌🔥🌸 This tournament is more than just a golf tournament. It is a bridge that connects Japan and the world, and it is the crystallization of the emotion that sports can bring. Even if the players don’t exchange words, they communicate through shots and show respect through fair play. There are no borders. 🌍🤝💚 As the sun set, a golden light spread across the Yokohama sky, quietly signaling the end of the first day’s battle. But the story has only just begun. Who will create a new legend tomorrow? Golf fans around the world are looking forward to the sequel. 🌅⛳🔥 Behind the event, there are also the efforts of staff and volunteers. Course maintenance, player transportation, spectator safety management, and media relations. This stage has been made possible with the support of countless people. The passion of each and every one of them is what makes this tournament special. 🙏💪💖 “Bay Current Classic” is not just a competition, but a “moving story.” The smiles of the winners and the tears of the losers all speak of the beauty of sports. The Yokohama wind blows through the fairway again. A new history is about to be written in this place where the world’s top players gather. Who will lift the trophy at the end? 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