In the inaugural tournament of the new season held at Atlantic Beach Country Club in Florida, Lithuanian golfer Gilė Bitė Starkutė placed 43rd. She achieved a remarkable second round performance, finishing with a score of PAR +1 overall. In comparison to her previous season's start, this performance marks a significant improvement, as she had a PAR +10 score in the same tournament last year and did not make the top 60.

Starkutė's first round this year was challenging, as she recorded a score of 75 strokes (PAR +4), which positioned her 75th among 120 competitors. However, her second round was impressive, where she shot only 67 strokes (PAR -4), allowing her to rise nearly 50 places to finish 28th overall. Her score in the second round was among the top seven of all participants, showcasing her potential in the competition.

Following her performance, Starkutė expressed that her confidence remained high despite the difficult first round. She noted that the same self-assurance persisted into her second round, contributing to her outstanding results. This promising start to the new season suggests a positive outlook for her as she competes in the Epson tour.