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Schubert, Yubol Share Portland Classic Lead
16 Aug
Summary
- Sophia Schubert and Arpichaya Yubol share the lead at 16-under.
- Both leaders are seeking their first LPGA Tour victory.
- Jeeno Thitikul is in third place, two strokes behind the leaders.
Sophia Schubert and Arpichaya Yubol find themselves sharing the lead at The Standard Portland Classic, both sitting at an impressive 16-under par with one round remaining. Schubert, a 30-year-old American, carded a 5-under 67 on Saturday, punctuated by birdies on two of the last three holes. This performance propelled her to the top alongside the 24-year-old Thai golfer Yubol, who also posted a strong round with a 68.
Both Schubert and Yubol are aiming for their first career LPGA Tour victory. Schubert, a former U.S. Women's Amateur champion, is competing in her first full season back on the main tour after a successful stint on the Epson Tour. Yubol, currently ranked 112th in the world, has had a strong season with previous runner-up finishes, seeking to convert her consistent play into a win.
Following closely behind is Thai compatriot Jeeno Thitikul, who is in third place, two strokes off the pace after a 67. Thitikul is in pursuit of her tenth LPGA Tour title. Another Thai player, Narin An, is positioned fourth after shooting a 66 to reach 13-under par.
