H1: LPGA Tour Update: Korda Leads, Boutier Charges at Mizuho Omnium of the Americas
H2: Korda sisters make waves, Boutier in contention
Céline Boutier couldn’t quite catch the leaders, but her overlooked performance at the Mizuho Omnium of the Americas has Golf Planet’s attention.
The 26-year-old French golfer is tied for fourth, just a stroke behind the leaders after day two of the LPGA Tour event in Jersey City. Boutier carded a 3-under 68 on Friday, helping her vault up the leaderboard. “I played well today, I gave myself a lot of chances,” Boutier said (“Golf Planet“).
H2: Nelly Korda joins the party
Meanwhile, the Korda sisters are making a splash at the Mizuho Omnium of the Americas. After a strong start by Kristin, it’s now her sister Nelly who’s in the spotlight.
Nelly Korda, the 2021 Women’s PGA Champion, shot a 6-under 65 on Friday, taking the solo lead heading into the weekend. She’s joined at the top by Somi Lee and Andrea Lee, both of whom carded 5-under 66s. “I felt like I executed my game plan quite well today,” said Nelly Korda (“RDS).
H2: Key contenders
- Nelly Korda (-8), Somi Lee (-5), Andrea Lee (-5),
- Céline Boutier (-4),
- Other top-10 players include: Jasmine Suwannapura, Georgia Hall, Jacqui Concolino,
H2: débuts underwhelming for De Roey
Manon de Roey started the day in contention but dropped to a tie for 30th after a disappointing 1-over 72 on Friday. She’s now 3 shots back from the leaders (“The free).
H2: What’s ahead
Saturday’s third round could be crucial as the leaders look to build on their strong performances. Follow all the action from the Mizuho Omnium of the Americas right here on 247sports.news.
H2: FAQs
- Who’s leading the Mizuho Omnium of the Americas?
- Nelly Korda (-8)
- What’s the cut-off line?
- Even par (+2)
- When is the next round?
- Saturday, June 4
H2: Did you know?
The Korda sisters have a combined 10 wins on the LPGA Tour, with both Nelly and Jessica winning a major championship.
H2: CTA
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