Overview

• A Lim Kim leads the HSBC Women's World Championship after carding a 4-under 68 in challenging winds at Sentosa Golf Club's Tanjong course.
• Kim recorded five birdies and one bogey on the par-5 16th hole, showcasing strong accuracy by hitting 13 of 14 fairways.
• Charley Hull of England sits one stroke behind after a bogey-free 69, crediting her iron play and patience for the solid round.
• Four players, including Minjee Lee of Australia and Ruoning Yin of China, are tied for third at 2-under 70.
• World No. 2 Jeeno Thitikul and No. 3 Lydia Ko are among those tied for seventh after shooting 71, while defending champion Hannah Green struggled with a 75.