Georgia and Mina share halfway lead at Women’s British Open
CARNOUSTIE (UNITED KINGDOM): England’s Georgia Hall (pic) hoped Carnoustie would justify its fearsome reputation after shooting a second round of 69 in benign conditions on Friday to share the halfway lead in the Women’s British Open.
The winner at Royal Lytham and St Annes three years ago, Georgia was on seven-under alongside America’s Mina Harigae.
They lead by one from Kim Sei Young (71) and Lizette Salas (69).
“I am very happy with my position,” said Georgia, whose round featured six birdies.
“I got off to a great start and the only hiccup was a double bogey at the 15th.
With little more than a breeze and plenty of sun, Carnoustie has yet to live up to its billing as one of the world’s toughest courses.
“I think it makes it more interesting for everyone if it’s windy,” said the 25-year-old Georgia.
Mina had seven birdies — including one at the last — in a round of 67.
At the age of 31, she has won seven titles on minor Tours but is still awaiting a first LPGA victory.
Winning at Carnoustie would also seal her dream of being selected for the US team to play Europe in the Solheim Cup.