MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — Saturday brought a weekend-worthy showdown at Mississaugua Golf & Country Club. In Round 3 of the 2025 CPKC Women’s Open, Brooke M. Henderson and Minjee Lee surged to a shared lead, while Leona Maguire and world No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul remained in hot pursuit.
1. Henderson & Lee Rise
- Brooke M. Henderson lit up the course with a 67 (−4), rocketing her to −11 total. Her eagerness under pressure—and the hometown energy—fueled her climb.
- Minjee Lee, matching that heat, posted a 66 (−5), also reaching −11 overall. “It was nice to land it right where I wanted to and see it go in,” Lee reflected after matching Henderson’s charge.
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2. Maguire & Thitikul Stay in the Hunt
- Leona Maguire built on solid starts with a 70 (−1), bringing her total to −6.
- Jeeno Thitikul, continuing her steady march, also carded a 69 (−2), landing at −8 overall.
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3. Updated Leaderboard
| Player | Round 1 | Round 2 | Round 3 | Total To Par | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooke M. Henderson | 71 (E) | 66 (−5) | 67 (−4) | −11 | Tied 1st |
| Minjee Lee | 69 (−2) | 67 (−4) | 66 (−5) | −11 | Tied 1st |
| Jeeno Thitikul | 66 (−5) | 70 (−1) | 69 (−2) | −8 | Tied 3rd |
| Leona Maguire | 66 (−5) | 70 (−1) | 70 (−1) | −6 | Tied 5th |
| Akie Iwai | 64 (−7) | 69 (−2) | 72 (E) | −9 | Tied 3rd |
4. Key Storylines
- Henderson’s heroics: Riding the wave of home support, she climbed into a leadership spot with power and precision.
- Lee’s consistency: An unyielding march forward—steady, calm, and efficient.
- Iwai’s slight fade: A par round kept her competitive, but momentum shifted to Friday’s frontrunners.
- Maguire & Thitikul’s steady climbs: Holding firm just three to five shots off the pace, they remain viable threats heading into Round 4.
5. Final Well-ahead
- A Canadian showdown looms: Henderson vs. Lee—home advantage vs. season-long form.
- Pressure builds for Iwai: Her challenge depends on regaining momentum and fast starts on Sunday.
- Maguire & Thitikul: Consistency keeps them in the hunt—both have the firepower to challenge if the leaders slip.
Disclaimer: This recap is compiled using publicly available sources, including LPGA leaderboards and official round stats. All rights to player statistics, tournament details, and player comments belong to their respective owners. This site is not affiliated with the LPGA or the CPKC Women’s Open.
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