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Yin Chips In To Lead FM Championship
30 Aug
Summary
- Ruoning Yin leads the FM Championship after a skillful chip-in on the 18th.
- She holds a one-stroke lead over South Korean golfers Sei Young Kim and Hyo Joo Kim.
- This is Yin's fifth LPGA Tour victory, with multiple wins in 2023 and 2024.
Ruoning Yin has seized the third-round lead at the FM Championship, hosted at TPC Boston. Her spectacular chip-in for birdie on the 18th hole propelled her to the top of the leaderboard.
Yin, a prominent Chinese golfer, posted a 4-under 68 in the third round. She currently sits at 12-under par 204, one stroke ahead of South Korean players Sei Young Kim and Hyo Joo Kim.
"I think my swing is in a good spot, my putting and every part of my game I think are pretty good," Yin remarked. She indicated a plan to play assertively, avoiding a conservative strategy in the upcoming final round.
Sei Young Kim, who led after the first round, recovered with a 67 after a second-round 74. Hyo Joo Kim, another strong contender, carded a 70. Notable players like Miyu Yamashita dropped back, while top-ranked Nelly Korda remained tied for 49th.
Yin's five LPGA Tour victories include two in 2023 and three in 2024, underscoring her consistent success on the tour.
