Kiara Romero tied for lead at CPKC Women's Open in first LPGA event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Kiara Romero, in her first LPGA event since turning pro, is tied for the lead at the CPKC Women's Open in Alberta, Canada. After posting a 64 in the first round, she followed with a 67, moving to 9 under through two rounds. Romero, who is accompanied by her brother Kyreece as her caddie, is aiming to replicate Lottie Woad's success as a recent amateur graduate. She is competing alongside Soo Bin Yoo and Yuri Yoshida, who are also tied at the top. The tournament is still ongoing, with the final outcome yet to be determined.
- •Romero sits at 9 under after two rounds.
- •She made six birdies on Thursday and five on Friday.
- •The tournament is being held at Royal Mayfair Golf Club.
- •Romero plans to caddie full-time for her brother.
- •Her brother Kyreece is assisting her in the tournament.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Kiara Romero contending at CPKC Women's Open, her first LPGA event since turning pro
"With her brother on the bag, LPGA rookie Kiara Romero is contending in her first event since turning pro.
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