Lauren Coughlin Leads CPKC Women's Open

Lauren Coughlin maintained her lead in the CPKC Women’s Open with a two-under 70, totaling six-under for the tournament, despite challenging windy conditions at Earl Grey Golf Club. She birdied three of the first five holes and praised her putting and ability to manage the difficult weather. Australian Hannah Green and South Korea's Haeran Ryu are one stroke behind after both shooting 70. Canadian star Brooke Henderson struggled, bogeying the last four holes to finish with a 73, placing her seven strokes back. Coughlin, who is still seeking her first LPGA title, had a strong front nine but faced difficulties on the back due to wind and tricky pin placements. The tournament has seen a mix of weather challenges including smoke from wildfires, affecting players' performances.