Eighty-five-year-old JoAnne Carner, affectionately known as 'Big Mama,' captivated the audience at the U.S. Senior Women's Open by shooting her age with a 14-over 85 in the first round. Carner, a Hall of Famer with 43 LPGA titles and eight USGA championships to her name, managed to birdie the par-4 seventh hole despite struggling with the Pittsburgh heat. Her performance, which included seven bogeys and eight triple bogeys, places her tied for 110th in the 120-player field. Meanwhile, Japan's Kaori Yamamoto leads the tournament with a 4-under 67. Carner remains a beloved figure in the sport for her spirited play and infectious joy, often reminiscing about her past victories and maintaining her light-hearted nature even during challenging rounds.