MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — On Friday, August 22, Mississaugua Golf & Country Club delivered high stakes and shifting momentum in Round 2 of the 2025 CPKC Women’s Open. Akie Iwai held the lead, but strong challenges are mounting from Leona Maguire, Jeeno Thitikul, and Canadian favorite Brooke Henderson.
1. Leader Holds Course of Play
- Akie Iwai continued her composed form with a Round 2 of 69, improving from her opening 64 (−7), placing her at −10 overall. “I had many birdie chances… I left many short putts… tomorrow I need more.” ESPN.com+12CPKC Women’s Open 2025+12golf-canada-epk.mediaevents.ca+12
2. Tightening Race: Maguire, Thitikul, Lee, and Henderson
Entering Round 2 at −5, both Leona Maguire and Jeeno Thitikul surged upward:
- Leona Maguire carded a 70 to reach −6 total FOX Sports+1.
- Jeeno Thitikul, the world No. 1, shot 70 as well, also bringing her total to −6 CPKC Women’s Open 2025+8CPKC Women’s Open 2025+8golf-canada-epk.mediaevents.ca+8.
Minjee Lee matched the pace with a strong 67 (−4), also reaching −6 CPKC Women’s Open 2025ESPN.com.
Brooke M. Henderson delighted the home crowd with a sizzling 66 (−5), moving to −5 overall CPKC Women’s Open 2025ESPN.com.
3. Updated Two-Round Leaderboard Snapshot
| Player | Round 1 | Round 2 | Total To Par | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akie Iwai | 64 (−7) | 69 (−2) | −10 | Leader |
| Minjee Lee | 69 (−2) | 67 (−4) | −6 | Tied 2nd |
| Leona Maguire | 66 (−5) | 70 (−1) | −6 | Tied 2nd |
| Jeeno Thitikul | 66 (−5) | 70 (−1) | −6 | Tied 2nd |
| Brooke M. Henderson | 71 (E) | 66 (−5) | −5 | Tied 5th |
4. Momentum & Strategy Insights
- Iwai’s steady hand: Her cautious, consistent play is the backbone of the leaderboard’s top position.
- Aggressive climbs: Maguire, Thitikul, and Lee surged with single‑round efforts that kept them in serious contention.
- Hometown electricity: Henderson’s bold push charges both her campaign and local spirits.
5. Turning Phrases
- Akie Iwai remarked, “Tomorrow I need more,” signaling a clear game plan for the weekend. Media+2LPGA+2CPKC Women’s Open 2025+7CPKC Women’s Open 2025+7golf-canada-epk.mediaevents.ca+7
- Minjee Lee reflected, “When you’re chasing, you can be more aggressive… I just kept making birdies.” CPKC Women’s Open 2025
- Henderson noted, “I had to go low today to get away from the cut line.” CPKC Women’s Open 2025
6. Weekend Outlook
- Can Iwai stave off challengers? Her blend of composure and precise shot execution will be vital.
- Maguire, Thitikul, Lee charging: All three are perfectly situated to strike early and shake things up.
- Henderson’s home-crowd surge: A raucous Mississaugua could propel her even further into the mix.
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