May 8, 2025

Mackenzie Hughes Leads ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic

Finishes with four consecutive birdies at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (May 8, 2025) — Mackenzie Hughes birdied his last four holes to finish at 8 under par and take the first-round lead at the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club.

Hughes made nine birdies and a bogey on his round to hold the lead by one stroke over Will Chandler. Thorbjorn Olesen and Seamus Power over the par 71, 7,347-yard layout. “At the end there I kind of caught fire,” said Hughes. “I can’t remember the last time I birdied the last four holes, but it’s definitely a nice finish”.

“This is my first time here. I had heard really good things. When I got here on Monday, I was impressed with the property and the golf course. It’s a great test of golf. I’m really enjoying it so far.”

Four players were in a group at -6 and a bunch more were three strokes back at -5, while returning champion Chris Gotterup was in a large group at -4. Play continues through Sunday.

About ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic

The ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic, a dual-field PGA TOUR event hosting 120 players, will be played May 7-10, 2026, at Dunes Golf and Beach Club in Myrtle Beach, S.C., commonly known as the “Golf Capital of the World.” Updated information on the 2026 event can be found at myrtlebeachclassic.com.

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About ONEflight International

ONEflight International is a global private aviation company revolutionizing the luxury private jet travel industry since the company’s founding in 2010. It is the fastest growing market leader developing and implementing technological solutions for non-commercial air travel through BAJit, its proprietary online Book a Jet platform. With over 700 world-class selected aircraft charter operator partnerships and a network of 7,000 private jets worldwide, ONEflight empowers members to seamlessly search, select and book a private flight with a fleet of aircraft at their disposal and excellent customer service from booking to disembarking. Visit www.ONEflight.net for more information.

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About Visit Myrtle Beach

Visit Myrtle Beach is the destination marketing arm of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau, which serves 14 communities that stretch 60 miles along the northeast coast of South Carolina, including Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Little River, Loris, Atlantic Beach, Carolina Forest, Conway, Aynor, Socastee, Surfside Beach, Garden City Beach, Murrells Inlet, Litchfield Beach, and Pawleys Island. Visit Myrtle Beach promotes tourism through various partnerships and initiatives to advance the economic success of the region, popularly known as the Grand Strand and the “Golf Capital of the World.” Along with world-class golf and over 90 golf courses, Myrtle Beach offers fresh coastal Carolina cuisine, vibrant entertainment and family attractions, shopping and more. For more information, go to VisitMyrtleBeach.com.

About SPORTFIVE

SPORTFIVE is a global sports marketing agency that delivers customer-centric solutions based on trust and transparency, deep industry experience and global relationships, digital intelligence, and innovation. SPORTFIVE strategically and creatively connects brands, rightsholders, media platforms and fans to create and enable contemporary partnerships in sports.

While creating and growing long-term value for all, SPORTFIVE often leads the sports business into the future through innovative digital solutions and strives to be the most progressive and respected partner in sports.

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