Sei Young Kim Holds Narrow Lead After Late Struggles at JM Eagle LA Championship
Kim blows all but 2 strokes of 8-shot lead in L.A.
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Sei Young Kim, who had an eight-stroke lead, ended with just a two-stroke advantage at the JM Eagle LA Championship after a series of bogeys. Hannah Green and others are now in contention for the final round at El Caballero Country Club, with the Chevron Championship approaching next week.
- 01Sei Young Kim's late-game struggles included four consecutive bogeys.
- 02Kim leads with a score of 15-under 201, just two strokes ahead.
- 03Hannah Green, a two-time event winner, is tied for second at 13-under.
- 04The tournament features a raised purse of $4.75 million.
- 05Next week marks the start of the women's major season with the Chevron Championship.
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Sei Young Kim, leading the JM Eagle LA Championship at El Caballero Country Club in Los Angeles, experienced a dramatic fall from an eight-stroke advantage to just a two-stroke lead after four consecutive bogeys on the back nine. Kim shot a 1-under 71, bringing her total to 15-under 201. Hannah Green, the two-time event champion, is tied for second at 13-under alongside Suvichaya Vinijchaitham, Jessica Porvasnik, and Ina Yoon. Kim expressed her determination to learn from her mistakes and perform better in the final round. The tournament's purse was raised to $4.75 million, and the Chevron Championship, the first women's major of the season, is set for next week in Houston. Kim's performance will be crucial as she aims to secure her position against strong competitors like Green, who has had a successful year with three worldwide wins.
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The outcome of this tournament could influence player rankings and confidence heading into major tournaments.
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