Ashleigh Buhai claims first major win in playoff at Women’s British Open
Buhai’s British Open trophy marks her first LPGA Tour win.
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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.
Buhai’s British Open trophy marks her first LPGA Tour win.
Buhai holds a five-shot lead heading into the final round.
In Gee Chun currently leads the pack.
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