Rising star Iwai fired a brilliant 8-under 64 to open a three-stroke lead at the CPKC Women’s Open, seizing control as contenders chase in a tense third-round showdown.
Henderson and Lee each carded a 65 to share the CPKC Championship lead, combining timely birdies and steady ball-striking as the pair set the pace heading into the weekend.
Lydia Ko, 25, has set her sights on more than just Hall of Fame and a “full-circle moment” at CP Women’s Open. Aiming for her third major LPGA title, the New Zealander is focused on making history and leaving an enduring legacy in the game.
Ko, who became the world’s top-ranked golfer at the age of 17, is one of the most successful players in the LPGA. She has won 17 LPGA tournaments, including the ANA Inspiration in 2016 and the Evian Championship in 2015.
The CP Women’s Open is a special tournament for Ko. She played in the event as an amateur in 2012 and won it in 2015. A victory this week would be a full-circle moment for her.
“It would mean a lot,” Ko said of winning again. “I think it would just be a really cool story. I think it would show that the hard work has paid off and that I’ve been able to stay consistent over the years.”