5 things from the 2024 Evian Championship, including Lydia Ko's hot start and why Brooke Henderson's glasses are so clutch

The low scores came early on a soft day in Evian-les-baines, France, where the fourth major of the LPGA season is underway. Freshly-minted pro Ingrid Lindlbad is among a trio tied for the lead at 7 under, along with major winner Patty Tavatanakit and Gemma Dryburgh.

This marks the 30th edition of the event, though the Amundi Evian Championship has only been a major since 2013.

Defending champion Celine Boutier, the first Frenchwoman to win the event, opened with a 2-under 69 with bogeys on two of her last three holes.

“I thought it was very heartwarming to see all the people show up and cheering for me, so I tried to play the best I could,” said Boutier, who won by six last year.

Here are five things to know from Day 1 in France: