A Lim Kim Leads LPGA Tournament of Champions by Three Shots

A Lim Kim leads the LPGA's Tournament of Champions by three strokes after a second-round score of 69, bringing her total to 10-under 134. Kim's performance included six birdies and three bogeys, maintaining her advantage over Linn Grant, who shot 67 and sits at seven-under. World No. 1 Nelly Korda made a strong comeback with a 67, ending the day four shots behind Kim alongside Rio Takeda and Leona Maguire, both at six-under. Korda, reflecting on the tournament's friendly pro-am format, expressed that it was enjoyable to reconnect with familiar faces. Grant, who finished strong with an eagle on the ninth, noted the adjustment to tournament play after a break. Defending champion Lydia Ko struggled initially but improved with a 67 to stay in contention.