McKINNEY, TX, October 18, 2011 - Shenzhen-based, Ohio-born Gatto, who made two birdies and three bogeys in tough conditions at the Stonebridge Ranch Country Club in McKinney, Texas, needs to finish the four-round event in 14th spot or better to progress to stage two.
"I got off to a decent start," said 26-year-old Gatto, who battled 30-40km/h winds in his one-over-par effort. "I played solid and feel good for the rest of the week."