Imagine his astonishment when he shared the lead after the opening round on Thursday at Gleneagles.
Day said of his new clubs, "I did acquire them in time to play a couple of practice rounds, so at least I know where the ball travels with those clubs. Although it's not ideal, I might still play these even if I get my items.
Day matched Stephen Ames' 6-under 64 at The King's Course by sinking an 8-foot eagle putt on the par-5 18th hole.
The 56-year-old American felt he didn't hit it well with his new driver or putter all day. He claimed to have "nothing" when he came to Scotland.
He said, "I have no reason to assume I would play well today.
Nevertheless, in his round of 66, the two-time Open champion and current U.S. Senior Open champion recorded five birdies on the back nine.
The 50-year-old Irishman expressed satisfaction with the result. "I was pretty hesitant.
Simply put, I was hesitant, especially with my iron shots.
Two-time Open champion Ernie Els shot 66, which featured an eagle on the par-4 14th.
The 64-year-old German Bernhard Langer won the Senior Open four times and was three shots back. With an eagle on the 18th hole, Wales' Stephen Dodd, the defending champion, reached one under.
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