Peiyun Chien claims solo lead with 64 in steamy Thailand

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Peiyun Chien claimed the solo lead with an opening-round 64 at LPGA Thailand on Thursday, fending off Sei Young Kim of South Korea and triple-digit temperatures at Siam Country Club Old Course in Chonburi.

Chien tied her career-best round at 8-under and leads by two shots over Kim, whose 65 was enough to stand ahead of a pack tied for third. The group include