Hye-Jin Choi Maintains Lead at Buick LPGA Shanghai

Hye-Jin Choi recorded a 3-under-par 69 on Saturday, securing a one-stroke lead over Amy Yang at the Buick LPGA Shanghai after three rounds.

Choi achieved four birdies on the front nine at Sheshan Golf Club, bringing her total to 9-under 207 for the tournament. Yang, a six-time LPGA Tour champion, shot a 68 with seven birdies and three bogeys, placing her at 8-under.

China's Ruoning Yin, who finished with a bogey-free round of 67, is in third place at 7-under. Other notable performances included Alison Lee, who moved up 18 spots with a 67, and defending champion Jeeno Thitikul, who shot a 74 and is tied for ninth at even par. This event marks the sixth edition of the Buick LPGA Shanghai, held at the 6,735-yard Sheshan Golf Club.