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Japan's Miyu Yamashita stormed to the lead at the 2025 AIG Women's Open with a brilliant second-round 65 (-7) at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club in Wales. The 23-year-old's total of 11-under-par gives her a commanding three-shot lead over compatriot Rio Takeda heading into the weekend. World No.1 Nelly Korda struggled to a level-par 72, falling nine shots behind the leader as several players positioned themselves for a final major championship push of the season.
2025 AIG Women's Open Round 2 Results - Miyu Yamashita Takes Command at Royal Porthcawl
🏆 Round 2 Leaderboard Highlights
The second round at Royal Porthcawl produced dramatic scoring changes as the Welsh links course presented varying conditions throughout the day. Miyu Yamashita's exceptional round of 65 showcased her precision and putting prowess, while several major champions struggled to adapt to the challenging conditions. The cut fell at +2, allowing 70 players to advance to the weekend rounds.
📊 Complete TOP 10 Leaderboard
| Pos | Player | Country | Total | R2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miyu Yamashita | 🇯🇵 JPN | -11 | -7 |
| 2 | Rio Takeda | 🇯🇵 JPN | -8 | -3 |
| T3 | Laura Fuenfstueck | 🇩🇪 GER | -4 | -1 |
| T3 | Lindy Duncan | 🇺🇸 USA | -4 | -2 |
| T3 | Chiara Tamburlini | 🇨🇭 SUI | -4 | -3 |
| T3 | Pajaree Anannarukarn | 🇹🇭 THA | -4 | -3 |
| T7 | Sei Young Kim | 🇰🇷 KOR | -3 | -2 |
| T7 | A Lim Kim | 🇰🇷 KOR | -3 | -1 |
| T7 | Madelene Sagstrom | 🇸🇪 SWE | -3 | -3 |
| T10 | Nelly Korda | 🇺🇸 USA | -2 | E |
| Also T10 (-2): Charley Hull (ENG), Lottie Woad (ENG), Megan Khang (USA), Andrea Lee (USA), Yan Liu (CHN), Esther Henseleit (GER), Cassandra Alexander (RSA), Nasa Hataoka (JPN) | ||||
⭐ Player Spotlight: Miyu Yamashita
Rising Japanese Star Profile
Age: 23 (born August 2001)
Height: 150cm (4'11")
Professional Since: 2020
World Ranking: 14th (as of 2025)
JLPGA Wins: 13 victories
Major Achievements: 2022-2023 JLPGA Money List Winner, Order of Merit Champion
2025 LPGA Status: Rookie of the Year candidate after finishing 1st in Q-School
🌟 World Ranking Players Performance
Major Champions & Top Ranked Players
| Player | Position | Total | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelly Korda (World #1) | T10 | -2 | Made Cut |
| Lydia Ko (Defending Champion) | T53 | +2 | Made Cut |
| Lottie Woad (Scottish Open Winner) | T10 | -2 | Made Cut |
| Minjee Lee (KPMG Winner 2025) | T53 | +2 | Made Cut |
| Maja Stark (US Open Champion 2025) | — | WD | Withdrew |
🇰🇷 Korean-Heritage Players Performance
Notable Korean and Korean-American Players
| Player | Position | Total | Notable Achievement |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Lim Kim (KOR) | T7 | -3 | 2025 Season Opener Winner |
| Sei Young Kim (KOR) | T7 | -3 | 12-time LPGA Winner |
| Grace Kim (USA) | T53 | +2 | 2025 Evian Champion |
| Andrea Lee (USA) | T10 | -2 | Korean-American Rising Star |
| Auston Kim (USA) | CUT | +4 | Korean-American Amateur Star |
🏆 AIG Women's Open Champions History
Recent Champions (2015-2024)
| Year | Champion | Country | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Lydia Ko | 🇳🇿 NZL | St Andrews |
| 2023 | Lilia Vu | 🇺🇸 USA | Walton Heath |
| 2022 | Ashleigh Buhai | 🇿🇦 RSA | Muirfield |
| 2021 | Anna Nordqvist | 🇸🇪 SWE | Carnoustie |
| 2020 | Sophia Popov | 🇩🇪 GER | Royal Troon |
| 2019 | Hinako Shibuno | 🇯🇵 JPN | Woburn |
Multiple Champions
- Karrie Webb (Australia): 3 wins (1995, 1997, 2002)
- Sherri Steinhauer (USA): 3 wins (1998, 1999, 2006)
- Yani Tseng (Taiwan): 2 wins (2010, 2011)
- Jiyai Shin (South Korea): 2 wins (2008, 2012)
- Debbie Massey (USA): 2 wins (1980, 1981)
🔥 2025 LPGA Tour Season Storylines
Major Champions This Season
- Chevron Championship: Mao Saigo (Japan) - First major title
- U.S. Women's Open: Maja Stark (Sweden) - Breakthrough victory
- KPMG Women's PGA: Minjee Lee (Australia) - Third major title
- Evian Championship: Grace Kim (USA) - Maiden major victory
- AIG Women's Open: To be determined at Royal Porthcawl
Notable 2025 Season Winners
- A Lim Kim: Season-opening Tournament of Champions winner
- Lottie Woad: Won Scottish Open in professional debut
- Rio Takeda: Multiple winner including TOTO Japan Classic
- Jeeno Thitikul: Mizuho Americas Open champion
- Haeran Ryu: Black Desert Championship winner
📈 Weekend Outlook
Miyu Yamashita enters the weekend with a commanding lead, but Royal Porthcawl's challenging conditions mean anything can happen over the final 36 holes. The young Japanese star's precision iron play and putting prowess have been the difference so far, but she'll face pressure from a talented chasing pack.
Rio Takeda, coming off recent victories at the Irish and Scottish Opens, poses the biggest threat to her compatriot. Meanwhile, the four-way tie for third place ensures multiple players remain within striking distance of the title.
Nelly Korda's struggles continue as the world No.1 seeks her first victory of 2025. Her even-par round leaves her with work to do if she wants to claim the season's final major championship.
🎯 Key Viewing Points
What to Watch This Weekend
- Can Yamashita maintain her lead and claim her first major title?
- Will Rio Takeda complete a remarkable month with another victory?
- How will the challenging Royal Porthcawl conditions affect scoring?
- Can any of the major champions mount a weekend charge?
- Will Nelly Korda find her form to end the season on a high?
📝 Tournament Information
Venue: Royal Porthcawl Golf Club, Wales
Total Purse: $9.75 million
Winner's Prize: $1,462,500
Cut Line: +2 (70 players advance)
Defending Champion: Lydia Ko (New Zealand)
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