Emily Kristine Pederson Leads The Annika with 2-Shot Lead

Pederson's 12-under 128 is the lowest 36-hole score in the event's history; she and Minami Katsu are in good position to advance to the CME Group Tour Championship

Emily Kristine Pederson leads The Annika with a two-shot lead, having scored six birdies in her opening 10 holes and holding on for a 5-under 65.
Pederson's 12-under 128 is the lowest 36-hole score in the event's history, putting her in a strong position to advance to the LPGA Tour season finale.
Despite a strong start, Pederson dropped three shots over her final seven holes due to increasing wind conditions, expressing disappointment in her performance and a desire to improve in the next round.
Minami Katsu of Japan trails Pederson by two shots, having scored a 67, while Jasmine Suwannapura of Thailand is four shots behind with a 65.
Lexi Thompson and Lydia Ko, both trailing significantly in the Race to CME Globe, have a lot of work to do at Pelican, with Thompson six shots behind Pederson and Ko needing a runner-up finish to advance.