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Jeeno Thitikul Takes 2-Shot Lead Into Final Round at Honda LPGA Thailand

The world No. 1 enters Sunday two shots clear at 20 under on a receptive Old Course in the LPGA’s Asia swing opener.

Aug 21, 2025; Mississauga, Ontario, CAN; Somi Lee plays from the 17th fairway during first round play at the CPKC Women's Open golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images/File Photo
Cassie Porter is one of three Aussies sitting just two off the pace after round one in Thailand. (AP PHOTO)
Leader Somi Lee flirted with the magical sub-60 barrier at LPGA Thailand on Friday. (EPA PHOTO)
World No.1 Jeeno Thitikul is the player they have to catch in the final round of LPGA Thailand. (AP PHOTO)

Overview

  • Thitikul birdied the final three holes for a 6-under 66 to reach 20-under 196 and secure the 54-hole lead at Siam Country Club.
  • Hyo Joo Kim is second at 18 under after a 65, with Allisen Corpuz (67), Somi Lee (72) and Chizzy Iwai (68) tied third at 17 under.
  • Lydia Ko sits four back at 16 under after a 69 as low scoring persists on the Old Course.
  • Somi Lee’s career-low 61 on Friday set the 36-hole pace at 17 under as players capitalized on friendly conditions.
  • The event launches a three-week LPGA swing in Asia, with defending champion Angel Yin at 3 under after a 69 on Saturday.