📍 Mid-Tournament Momentum – Evian Championship Update
Lottie Woad, the top-ranked amateur fresh off her dominant LPGA win at the KPMG Women’s Irish Open, is turning heads in France. After the second round, she carded a flawless 2-under 69, moving to 5-under par, tied for 12th — trailing the leader by just five shots. Impressively, she’s matched strides with world No. 1 Nelly Korda, who also sits at 5-under for the tournament.
Woad, a Florida State standout, reflected on the mounting pressure and excitement:
“Definitely a bit nervous,” she admitted, “but it’s also exciting at the same time”.
Her late-round surge — highlighted by birdies on two of the final three holes — positioned her as a serious contender for low-amateur honors and, potentially, an LPGA card, should she finish in the top 25.
🌟 Meeting the Big-League Bets
• Nelly Korda, aiming for her first major of the year and third career major, rebounded from an early blip (double bogey on hole 16 of Round 2) with an eagle on 18 and three birdies on her back nine.
• Minjee Lee, the reigning Women’s PGA Champion, sits tied with Woad at 5-under (level-par 71).
• Somi Lee, fresh off the Dow Championship team victory, leads by five strokes at 10-under after a 65.
🍁 Brooke Henderson: Canada’s Banner Raised
Canadian icon Brooke Henderson, the 2022 Evian champion, managed the cut with a solid even-par 71 in Round 2 — finishing at +2 total. She held steady and guaranteed her spot in the weekend rounds. On the flip side, top names like Lydia Ko, Ruoning Yin, and Maja Stark stumbled, missing the cut.
⛳ What’s at Stake & What’s Next
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Lottie Woad is chasing not just major glory but a fast-track to LPGA membership if she finishes T‑25 or better.
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Brooke Henderson will look to regain her major-winning form over the weekend.
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The leaderboard remains tight, with Somi Lee in front, flanked by Grace Kim, Jennifer Kupcho, and others — all within striking distance.
🧾 Tournament Snapshot: Top Rounds (through Round 2)
| Player | Round 2 Score | Total To Par | Notes |
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| Somi Lee | 65 | −10 | Solid two-stroke lead |
| Grace Kim | 133 (65‑68) | −9 | One shot off the lead |
| Woad, Korda, Lee | — | −5 | Tied for 12th |
🏁 Final Verdict
The Evian Championship now becomes a weekend showdown. Lottie Woad, requiring just a strong finish for an LPGA card, is bringing heat as an amateur. Brooke Henderson and the major contenders are gearing up. Expect fireworks at Evian‐les‐Bains as the hunt for the title and legacy continues.
