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Jennifer Kupcho leads field after round 1 of Meijer LPGA Classic

Kupcho finished -9 on Thursday
Jessica Kupcho
Posted at 7:09 PM, Jun 16, 2022
and last updated 2022-06-17 07:38:36-04

BELMONT, Mich. — After round one of the Meijer LPGA Classic, Jennifer Kupcho is leading the way at -9 at Blythefield Country Club.

The 25-year-old has a one stroke lead and sits at the top of the leaderboard. She carded seven birdies and one eagle in her opening round.

Following Kupcho is Gerina Mendoza and Anna Nordqvist. Lexi Thompson is tied for third. The 2021 Meijer LPGA champion, Nelly Korda, shot -5, 67.

Round two will begin on Friday morning.