South Korean Ilhee Lee Leads ShopRite LPGA Classic in New Jersey

South Korea's Ilhee Lee holds a narrow one-stroke lead heading into the final round of the LPGA ShopRite Classic in New Jersey after shooting a 3-under 68 amid rain delays. Lee, tied for first after the opening round, recovered from a double bogey with a closing birdie to reach 11-under-par 131, edging out a group including Elizabeth Szokol, Jennifer Kupcho, and Japanese players Mao Saigo and Ayaka Furue. Lee, who won the 2013 Pure Silk-Bahamas LPGA Classic, emphasized enjoying the game despite the challenging conditions. Kupcho posted the day's lowest round with a 64, while Szokol and Saigo both carded solid rounds to stay in contention. Top-ranked players Jeeno Thitikul and Nelly Korda are also in the mix, positioned at 6 and 5 under respectively. Notably, recent U.S. Women's Open champion Maja Stark and defending ShopRite champion Linnea Strom missed the cut after struggling in the early rounds.