Scottish veteran Matthew shines but Troon shows no mercy to Irish hopes

American Amy Olson the early leader at AIG Women's Open

Stephanie Meadow was best of the Irish on day one of the AIG Women's Open at Troon. Picture: Inpho/James Crombie

The Irish challengers suffered a chastening opening day at the first round  day of the AIG Women’s Open at Royal Troon.

Playing in what was described as a four-club wind, the legendary west of Scotland links provided the sternest test for the field at the first women’s major championship of 2020.