Jeeno Thitikul Leads Mizuho Americas Open with Strong Finish
Thitikul fires 69 to open 3-shot lead at Mizuho
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Jeeno Thitikul shot a 69 to take a three-shot lead at the Mizuho Americas Open in West Caldwell, New Jersey. She capitalized on improved weather conditions, finishing the round with four birdies in her last seven holes, while Jennifer Kupcho and others struggled with challenging pin placements.
- 01Jeeno Thitikul leads with an 8-under 136 after two rounds.
- 02Jennifer Kupcho is three shots back at 5-under 139.
- 03Conditions improved for Thitikul after rain reduced wind on the course.
- 04Lydia Ko shot a 75, falling six shots behind the leader.
- 05Tournament host Michelle Wie West missed the cut.
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Jeeno Thitikul took advantage of favorable weather conditions to shoot a 69 and secure a three-shot lead at the Mizuho Americas Open in West Caldwell, New Jersey. After a challenging front nine, Thitikul closed strong with four birdies in her last seven holes, bringing her total to 8-under 136. Jennifer Kupcho, who finished with a 15-foot par save on the 18th, sits three shots back at 5-under 139. The course presented difficulties, particularly with tough pin placements on undulating greens, which contributed to higher scores for many competitors. Lydia Ko managed a 75, leaving her six shots off the lead, while Andrea Lee fell significantly after a rough front nine, finishing with a 79. Notably, tournament host Michelle Wie West missed the cut after rounds of 82 and 80. The competition features 24 top players from the American Junior Golf Association, and the cut was made to 50 and ties.
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