Charley Hull leads the Annika Tournament 2025 heading into the final round, holding a one-shot advantage over Weiwei Zhang and Nelly Korda at Pelican Golf Club in Florida.
Charley Hull Leads Annika Tournament Heading into Final Round
England’s Charley Hull is poised for victory as she takes a one-shot lead into the final round of the prestigious Annika Tournament at the Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Florida. Hull, currently at 12-under-par, is battling a strong field as she aims to secure her first LPGA title of the season.
Impressive Performance Under Pressure
The 28-year-old Hull displayed consistent form during the third round, carding a solid two-under-par 68. She began with two birdies on the front nine but faced challenges on the back nine, recording three birdies and three bogeys. Despite the ups and downs, Hull maintained her composure to hold onto her lead.
Trailing Hull by just one stroke are China’s Weiwei Zhang and American world number one Nelly Korda. Zhang delivered a spectacular eight-under-par 62, the lowest round of the tournament, featuring nine birdies and a single bogey. Meanwhile, Korda, a three-time winner of the event, finished strongly with a three-under-par 67, reducing Hull’s overnight advantage.
Tough Competition in the Final Round
The competition remains fierce, with Thailand’s Wichanee Meechai and South Korea’s Jin Hee Im sitting two shots behind Korda and Zhang at nine under. Both players carded steady rounds of 68 to keep their title hopes alive.
Nelly Korda is a significant threat as the reigning world number one and a past champion of the Annika Tournament. Her experience and determination will add to the intensity of Sunday’s final round.
Annika Tournament: Honoring a Legend
The Annika Tournament, named after Sweden’s Annika Sorenstam, a 10-time major champion, continues to attract the best talent in women’s golf. The Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Florida, provides a challenging yet rewarding stage for the players to showcase their skills.
With Charley Hull leading the way, golf fans are eagerly anticipating a thrilling final round. Can Hull maintain her lead and claim the title, or will Zhang, Korda, or another contender rise to the occasion?
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