It depends how you wish to file. You do not need meet the substantial presence test for 2024. You can file as a dual-citizen. Also what is mentioned in the publication is that you may file a 1040 and request an extension of time for filing your Form 1040 for the current year (2024) until a reasonable period after you have met that test for the following year (2025). I know it mentions years 2023 and 2024 in the publication but the rule still remains the same for this year.
This may be your best advantage especially if you wish to take advantage of the standard deduction for the entire year. If you do file for the extension and if you have a tax due, you will need to pay the tax due amount with the extension.
As far as the earliest date you may file, under the terms of the substantial presence test, is May 7 and it appears you applied the substantial presence test correctly.
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