
LPGA opens season with locker-room controversy
"I'm annoyed at the LPGA," Ryann O'Toole said.
Jin Young Ko sits atop the leaderboard at -8 after the first two rounds of the Cambia Portland Classic.
The No. 2 ranked Ko recorded six birdies and one bogey, shooting a 5-under 67 on Friday to secure the lead. She now holds a one-stroke advantage over Gemma Dryburgh heading into Round 3 at the Oregon Golf Club.
“I did a great job first two rounds and this course is not easy, so fairways and greens are really narrow so I had to focus on my shot,” said Ko.
The accuracy of Jin Young Ko from 100-150 yards like here on 17 has been 🔥
— LPGA (@LPGA) September 17, 2021
She then goes on to make a birdie and now has a commanding lead at 8-under!
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After heavy overnight storms and more rain forecasted for Saturday, the Portland Classic announced that third-round play would be canceled.
“We will determine whether the event will be played over 54 or 72 holes prior to beginning play on Sunday,” the tournament said in a statement.
Due to course conditions and an extended forecast with more rain, Saturday play has been cancelled at the @PortlandClassic.
— LPGA (@LPGA) September 18, 2021
We will determine whether the event will be played over 54 or 72 holes prior to beginning play on Sunday.
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The Portland Classic also stated that play might be scheduled for Monday to complete the 54 or 72 holes.
"I'm annoyed at the LPGA," Ryann O'Toole said.
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