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CHARLESTON, S.C. — Mamiko Higa of Japan birdied three of her final six holes after a weather delay of nearly two hours, shooting an even-par 71 and maintaining a one-shot lead Friday in the suspended second round of the United States Women’s Open.
A day after shooting a 65 for the lowest debut round in tournament history, Higa was a stroke behind Jessica Korda when thunderstorms and lightning caused officials to suspend play at the Country Club of Charleston. When play resumed, Higa rediscovered her first-round touch and regained the lead over Korda at six under par with a 14-footer on her final hole.