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Auston Kim Leads HSBC Women's Championship, Korda Absent

2/27/2026

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Auston Kim (American) leads the HSBC Women's World Championship with a six-under 66, one stroke ahead of China's Yan Liu.
Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul posted 1-over 73 and trails by seven.
Among nine top-ranked players, No. 2 Nelly Korda is absent.
Five players, including No. 12 Haeran Ryu, share third at 68.

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Auston Kim (American) leads the HSBC Women's World Championship with a six-under 66, one stroke ahead of China's Yan Liu.
Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul posted 1-over 73 and trails by seven.
Among nine top-ranked players, No. 2 Nelly Korda is absent.
Five players, including No. 12 Haeran Ryu, share third at 68.