Amy Yang showcased her skill and composure at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, shooting a solid 1-under 71 to secure a two-shot lead going into the final round as she aims for her first major victory. Yang, a 34-year-old South Korean player with five LPGA Tour victories under her belt, demonstrated precision and accuracy on the challenging Sahalee Country Club course, maintaining a steady performance to reach 7-under 209.
Trailing behind Yang are Lauren Hartlage and Miyu Yamashita, tied for second place. Hartlage delivered an impressive bogey-free round with a second consecutive 69, showcasing her consistency on the course. On the other hand, Yamashita, an 11-time winner on the Japanese tour, posted her second consecutive 70 to stay in contention.
Sarah Schmelzel, who shared the second-round lead with Yang, faced some challenges on Saturday, shooting a 74 to drop to 4 under. Meanwhile, first-round leader Lexi Thompson slipped to a tie for fifth place at 3 under after carding a 73.
Notable performances included Caroline Inglis and Lilia Vu, both at 3 under, along with Jin Young and Hinako Shibuno. Vu particularly stood out with the best round of the day, posting a 68 to stay in the mix.
Yang's impressive display included a stretch of 39 bogey-free holes before a minor setback on the par-4 eighth. However, she quickly recovered with a birdie on the par-3 ninth to regain her lead. Yang further extended her advantage with a birdie on the par-5 11th, showcasing her resilience and determination on the course.
As the tournament heads into the final round, all eyes will be on Yang as she looks to secure her first major title. With a mix of seasoned players and rising stars in the field, the competition promises an exciting conclusion to the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship.
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