BREAKING: Bianca Pagdanganan Struggles to Find …
In a challenging round at the Mizuho Americas in Jersey City, New Jersey, Bianca Pagdanganan missed only two greens but found birdies hard to come by, settling for a two-over-par 74 on Friday. Despite the setback, there is a silver lining: she still has a chance to work her way back into the leaderboard.
The 26-year-old Filipina golfer, still seeking consistency, dropped to a provisional share of 34th spot on 2-under, just one stroke above the projected cut line. This position gives her an opportunity to make a comeback in the following rounds.
In her opening round, Pagdanganan collected six birdies, finishing with an impressive 68. However, the second round proved more challenging, with only one birdie against two bogeys.
Pagdanganan’s putting, a strength in the first round where she needed only 24 putts, became a struggle as she required 36 putts on Friday. This shift in performance highlights the unpredictable nature of the game and the fine margins that can affect a golfer’s score.
Meanwhile, Yuka Saso carded a 74 and unfortunately missed the cut, showing how demanding the competition is at this level. In contrast, Thai superstar Atthaya Thitikul seized the upper hand, finishing the day at 9-under after a scintillating round of 65.
As the tournament progresses, Pagdanganan’s ability to adjust and improve her performance will be crucial. Her current position allows for a potential rise up the leaderboard, provided she can recapture the form that saw her excel in the opening round.
The coming days will test her resilience and skill as she aims to climb back into contention.
