The LPGA officials expressed concerns about health issues at the Mizuho Americas Open, where a number of players withdrew from the event due to illness. The run of withdrawals began during the first round, when defending champion Rose Zhang had to drop out after just three holes due to an intestinal issue. This trend continued in subsequent rounds, with two players near the top of the leaderboard entering the tournament as alternates following the withdrawals of Maja Stark and Caroline Masson due to illness.
The LPGA reported that several athletes were treated by medical professionals on site for symptoms related to a viral infection. Despite three players withdrawing due to injuries, there were no reports of any injuries caused by playing conditions. In response to these health concerns, the LPGA and tournament organizers are closely monitoring the situation and working together to advise and assist the athletes in taking precautions to stay healthy.
Players like Ruoning Yin of China, Paula Creamer, Lindsey Weaver-Wright, Jiwon Jeon, Haeran Ryu, A Lim Kim, and Minami Katsu have withdrawn from the event. So Mi Lee of South Korea and Mao Saigo of Japan took their spots on the leaderboard. Lee is currently in second place, trailing halfway leader Atthaya Thitikul of Thailand by two shots, while Saigo is three shots back. The LPGA has a break next week before heading to Lancaster, Pennsylvania, for the U.S. Women’s Open.
