Rhodes and Kouskova Shine at Wollongong in Ford Women's Open
Seoul, Korea - In a stunning display of golfing prowess, England's Mimi Rhodes and the Czech Republic's Sara Kouskova both set remarkable career records at the Ford Women's Open in Wollongong, sharing the lead as darkness suspended play.
Rhodes, an impressive rookie, dazzled the crowd with a course-record 62, hitting ten birdies, including one on the par-3 8th, delayed over an hour due to weather. Her flawless performance places her at 12-under par alongside Kouskova, who also made waves with a bogey-free 63. The Czech star managed to hold her nerve through a dramatic day that included a suspension for thunder, showcasing her skill by completing her round just as visibility waned.
Kouskova shared her thoughts on the challenging conditions, "The final two holes were tough because I couldn’t really see! But I hit lots of good shots, and my woods and hybrid went really well today."
Meanwhile, Australian Kirsten Rudgeley, the local favorite, held the lead briefly before finishing her round at nine-under par, securing third place with her solid performance. Not far behind, Spain's Blanca Fernandez and Sweden's Moa Folke are tied for fourth, demonstrating the depth of talent in the field.
This gripping tournament has already offered plenty of excitement and with two days left to play, the anticipation is palpable. As the cut looms, all eyes will be on these top performers to see who can maintain their momentum and possibly rewrite the leaderboard. The resumed play promises to be a captivating continuation of what has already been a showcase of exceptional golf.