Amy Yang Leads KPMG Women's PGA Championship as Lexi Thompson Remains in Contention

Amy Yang leads the KPMG Women's PGA Championship by two shots after shooting a 1-under 71 on Saturday, putting her at 7-under 209. Yang, a 34-year-old South Korean with five LPGA Tour victories, is seeking her first major title. Lexi Thompson, who announced her impending retirement from full-time play, shot an even-par 72 on Friday and remains in contention, tied for fifth at 3-under. Thompson led after the first round with a 4-under 68 and is aiming for her first major win since 2014. Lauren Hartlage and Miyu Yamashita are tied for second at 5-under, with Hartlage shooting a bogey-free 69. Sarah Schmelzel, who shared the second-round lead with Yang, dropped to 4-under after a 74.