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Yamashita Holds Slim Lead After Wobbly Third Round at Women’s Open

A one-shot cushion for the birthday leader ensures a tightly packed final round at Royal Porthcawl with several challengers within reach.

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May 30, 2025; Erin, Wisconsin, USA; Miyu Yamashita tees off at the 1st hole during the second round of the U.S. Women's Open golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
Charley Hull of England plays her second shot on the 16th hole during the third round of the AIG Women's Open 2025 at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club on August 02, 2025 in Bridgend, Wales.
Lottie Woad of England plays her third shot on the sixth hole during the first round of the AIG Women's Open 2025 at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club on July 31, 2025 in Bridgend, Wales.

Overview

  • Miyu Yamashita carded a two-over 74 on her 24th birthday to stay atop the leaderboard at nine-under par.
  • South Korea’s Kim A-lim delivered a flawless five-under 67 to close to one stroke at eight-under.
  • England’s Charley Hull surged with a six-under 66 to vault into a tie for fourth at six-under.
  • Minami Katsu, Andrea Lee, Rio Takeda and Megan Khang form a cluster three strokes behind as weekend contenders.
  • Variable coastal winds and Royal Porthcawl’s fescue-lined fairways produced dramatic swings in scoring.