Choi Navigates High Winds at Sheshan to Maintain Buick LPGA Shanghai Lead

Hye-Jin Choi weathered punishing winds at Sheshan Golf Club to maintain her lead at the 2026 Buick LPGA Shanghai, finishing the second round with a two-stroke advantage. Despite a difficult 2-over-par 74 on Friday, Choi sits at 6-under 138 for the tournament, surviving a day that saw the majority of the field struggle with scoring.

Only six players managed to break par during the wind-swept second round on Friday.

Survival at Sheshan

The tournament’s move to Sheshan Golf Club—a venue that previously hosted 14 editions of the WGC-HSBC Champions—has introduced a rigorous challenge for the LPGA field. High winds dominated Friday’s play, resulting in only six players breaking par for the round. Choi, who is seeking her first win on the LPGA Tour, managed to protect her position despite the conditions, though her lead narrowed as challengers navigated the gusts.

Amy Yang and Grace Kim currently sit tied for second place at 4-under par. Defending champion Jeeno Thitikul remains within striking distance, sitting four strokes back of Choi in a tie for seventh place.

The 2026 edition of the Buick LPGA Shanghai features a record $3.2 million prize pool, the highest among women’s professional golf events in Asia this year. The relocation to Sheshan represents a significant step for the tournament, utilizing a championship layout known for its elevation changes and demanding water hazards.

Early indications from the third round suggest that Choi has found her rhythm again after the wind-swept second day. According to live tracking, she has moved to 7-under par through her first six holes of Round 3, attempting to pull away from the chasing pack as the tournament moves into the weekend.

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