Jing Yan trails Yan Liu in opening round at Meijer LPGA Classic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 8:14 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
At the Meijer LPGA Classic on June 18, players faced cool temperatures and high winds during the opening round at Blythefield Country Club. Yan Liu shot 6-under 66 to take the lead, with Jing Yan two strokes behind at 4-under 68. Italy's Benedetta Moresco also impressed with a score of 68, while Daniela Darquea opened with the same score. Julia Lopez Ramirez recorded her first ace on the LPGA with a 7-iron shot during her round of 71. The tournament continues as players navigate challenging conditions.
- •Yan Liu leads the tournament at 6-under 66.
- •Jing Yan is two shots back at 4-under 68.
- •Benedetta Moresco scores 68, her lowest this season.
- •Julia Lopez Ramirez records an ace at the 13th.
- •Conditions include temperatures in the 50s and wind gusts of 25-30 mph.
- 8:14 PMYahoo Sports — Cool temps, high winds rule opening day at Meijer LPGA Classic
"For a number of players near the top of the board, Thursday was a bright spot for the season.
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