LPGA Tour
Auston Kim leads HSBC Women’s World Championship after round two
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Auston Kim of the United States holds a one-shot lead at the HSBC Women’s World Championship after shooting a 3-under 69 in the second round at Sentosa Golf Club in Singapore. The 9-under total puts her ahead of Minjee Lee, Ariya Jutanugarn and Haeran Ryu, who are tied for second. Kim emphasized embracing the competition as she seeks her first LPGA victory.
Michelle Wie West is back in action this week at the Mizuho Americas Open, where she is serving as both tournament host and player. The 36-year-old has not competed in a professional event for nearly three years. She secured a sponsor exemption to gain competitive reps ahead of her final scheduled appearance later this summer.
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Fresh off her 18th LPGA Tour victory at the 2026 Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba, Nelly Korda shared the childhood origins of her famously fluid swing on the Pat McAfee Show. She credited her parents, particularly a simple cue from her father, for instilling the rhythm that defines her game.
Brooke Henderson's longtime caddie and sister, Brittany Henderson, will relinquish her duties after the upcoming Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions due to her pregnancy. The sisters have shared success on the LPGA Tour, contributing to 13 of Brooke's 14 career victories. Veteran caddie John Killeen will take over the role.
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The 2026 LPGA Tour season is set to begin with the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions from January 29 to February 1 at Lake Nona Golf & Country Club in Orlando, Florida. However, three recent major champions—Minjee Lee, Grace Kim, and Hannah Green—have opted out of the event. Their absences highlight travel challenges for Australian players ahead of the Asian swing.