French Golfers Navigate Cut Line in Arizona

Céline Boutier secured her spot for the Moving Day at the Arizona tournament with a dramatic finish.After an initial round of 72, Boutier, starting on the tenth, faced challenges early in her second round, including a bogey on the first hole. though, the six-time American circuit winner turned the tide with an impressive surge, sinking five birdies in her last seven holes.

This strong finish resulted in a second-round score of 68, elevating the 31-year-old golfer to 58th place, safely on the right side of the cut line, which was set at -4 overall. Fellow French golfer Pauline Roussin-Bouchard also made the cut, maintaining consistency with a second consecutive score of 70, marked by three birdies and one bogey. This marks her first cut of the season on the LPGA Tour.

Unfortunately, Adela Cernousek, the third French competitor in the tournament, did not advance after 36 holes. Following a difficult first round of 75,she carded another 75 in the second round,finishing at 136th place with a score of +6.

Lilia Vu Seizes Lead with Flawless Performance

lilia Vu has taken command of the leaderboard at -14, showcasing remarkable play. The American golfer delivered a remarkable round of 64, highlighted by eight birdies.Notably, Vu has maintained a bogey-free record throughout the tournament thus far.

I think I stayed in my bubble.My shopping cart knew that I was a little stressed this morning, and on the course, he simply told me: Aims at your starting lines and I take care of the rest.I think it reassured me. I was more focused on my body and I tried to pass the tour without pain, to stay strong throughout the game.
Lilia Vu

Vu’s performance reflects a growing trend of American dominance in women’s golf. According to recent statistics, American players have won a significant percentage of LPGA tournaments in the past year, underscoring the depth of talent in the United States.

Chasing the Leader: Madsen, Hull, Thitikul, and Korda in Contention

Nanna Koertz Madsen, Charley Hull, Jeeno Thitikul, and Nelly Korda are closely trailing Vu, all tied at -12. Thitikul also carded an impressive 64,featuring an eagle,seven birdies,and a single bogey. World number 1 and defending champion Nelly Korda posted a strong round of 65, marked by eight birdies and one bogey.

Sei Young Kim, Ayaka Furue, and Ina yoon are in sixth place at -10, while a group of eight competitors, including Lydia Ko, Nasa Hataoka, and Allisen Corpuz, share ninth position at -9, creating a tightly contested leaderboard as the tournament progresses.