
Ronald Otile and Rodel Gaita share the lead after Day 1 of the MTN Pro Tee in Entebbe, Uganda, carding 4-under-par 67s, according to The Independent Uganda/Upland Media. Otile made five birdies on holes 5, 12, 13, 15 and 18 against a bogey on 14 as he adjusted to Mizuno clubs. The report frames the pair as early pacesetters in the tournament.
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