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Ina Yoon widens her Women's PGA Championship lead to 5 strokes
By Dave Campbell, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 27, 2026
· 4 min read
Ina Yoon stretched her lead at the Women's PGA Championship with a 3-under 69 that put her five strokes up on the second-place pack after another strong South Korean showing Friday.Yoon, who shot a record 63 in the first round at Hazeltine National Golf Club, had two bogeys with one birdie on the...
Key takeaway Yoon, who shot a record 63 in the first round at Hazeltine National Golf Club, had two bogeys with one birdie on the back nine to reach 12 under.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio golf fans are likely keeping a close eye on the Women's PGA Championship, where Ina Yoon has taken a commanding lead. As a major tournament, the event draws attention from local golf enthusiasts, many of whom may be members of San Antonio's own golf courses. The strong showing by South Korean golfers, including Yoon, Kim, Ryu, and Lee, may also resonate with San Antonio's Korean-American community. With several golfers still in contention, including LPGA Tour leader Nelly Korda, the tournament is shaping up to be an exciting finish. As the weekend play approaches, San Antonio residents may be interested in following the leaderboard to see if Yoon can hold onto her lead or if another golfer will make a comeback. The city's own golf community may also be inspired by the tournament, with local courses potentially seeing an increase in play as enthusiasts try to emulate the skills on display at the Women's PGA Championship.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Ina Yoon stretched her lead at the Women's PGA Championship with a 3-under 69 that put her five strokes up on the second-place pack after another strong South Korean showing Friday.Yoon, who shot a record 63 in the first round at Hazeltine National Golf Club, had two bogeys with one birdie on the...
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