Charley Hull leads the Women's British Open at St. Andrews after an impressive 5-under 67 in challenging weather conditions with winds gusting up to 40 mph. Hull, ranked 10th in the world, managed six birdies and only one bogey, finishing her round with a 6-foot birdie putt on the 18th. Close behind Hull are top-ranked Nelly Korda and major champion Ruoning Yin, both at 4-under. Defending champion Lilia Vu also performed well, finishing with a 69. The tournament saw golfers struggling with wind, wearing earmuffs and mittens, and even losing balance while standing. Despite the tough conditions, the leaderboard is crowded with notable names, promising an exciting competition ahead.