The second round of the Women’s PGA Championship witnessed Nelly Korda failing to make the cut, while Sarah Schmelzel and Amy Yang surged into the lead in Seattle. Korda’s second-round score of 81, nine-over-par, included a double bogey, eight bogeys, and one birdie, ultimately leaving her with a six-over-par finish. The world number one expressed her disappointment, stating that she was speechless about her performance. Having come within just one shot of the lead in the first round, Korda acknowledged the need to regroup after facing a series of setbacks.
Meanwhile, American Schmelzel posted an impressive 67, while South Korea’s Yang carded a 68, propelling them jointly into the lead at six under par. Overnight leader Lexi Thompson is now in joint third at four under following a second-round score of 72. Ireland’s Leona Maguire is one shot further back after a 71, delivering a strong performance in the championship.
In contrast, British players Charley Hull and Georgia Hall had differing outcomes. Hull put up a fight with a score of 73, finishing at one under, while Hall ended at two over and was the only other Briton to make the cut. Reflecting on her impressive round, Schmelzel mentioned catching sight of the leaderboard on the 17th hole, which motivated her to finish strong, especially given her proximity to the lead in a major event.
The swift changes during the second round of the Women’s PGA Championship once again exemplify the unpredictable nature of professional golf. Korda’s disappointing performance, coupled with Schmelzel and Yang’s impressive play, underscores the inherent uncertainty in professional sports, rendering it an enthralling competition for golf enthusiasts worldwide.