Overview
- Haeran Ryu recovered from an early bogey and a double bogey on Friday to shoot a two-under 69 and lead the AIG Women’s Open at seven under, one stroke clear of Shiho Kuwaki.
- Shiho Kuwaki posted a one-under 70 to hold a long-time clubhouse lead before Ryu surged, while Jeeno Thitikul followed a bogey-free 64 with a 73 to fall to five under.
- World No. 1 Nelly Korda rebounded from a 73 in Round 1 with a six-birdie 68 in Round 2 and sits at one under and in weekend contention.
- Royal Lytham’s firm fairways, deep pot bunkers and coastal wind have rewarded precise recovery shots and putting, and afternoon groups experienced rounds that ran well over five hours.
- A Ryu victory would make her the fifth woman to win three majors in a single season and the first since Inbee Park to claim three consecutive majors, a result that would alter the LPGA season narrative and increase scrutiny on handling pressure under links golf conditions.