Webb, Alex Share Early Lead at Rain-Halted US Women's Open

LANCASTER, Pa. — Veteran Karrie Webb and second-year LPGA Tour player Marina Alex each shot a 4-under 66 Thursday to share the early lead on a wet and windblown first day at the U.S. Women's Open.

The 40-year-old Webb reeled off four birdies on her second nine holes, while Alex birdied three of her last five before the first round was suspended. An early-evening storm packing strong winds, lightning and heavy rain pounded Lancaster Country Club.

The stoppage came with 55 golfers still on the course. The USGA's plan is to complete the first round early Friday and then start the second.

Amy Yang, who played in the morning, was in the clubhouse a shot behind the leaders. Two players on the course…