LPGA Media confirmed that So Mi Lee has withdrawn during the third round of the $3 million event due to an “illness.” The nature of her condition has not been specified by the tournament officials. Her withdrawal might come as a shock to many, given how well she’d been playing.

That opening 6 under 66 had put her in firm contention. She was tied for fourth and was within striking distance of the leader, Hye-Jin Choi . But one cannot battle luck. Her second round was par. What makes it more unfortunate is Lee’s upward trend this season.

She played 23 events this year and was able to make cuts in 19 of them. Her season highlights include a solo second at the PIF Saudi Ladies International and a victory at the Dow Championship. All in all, she registered six top-10 finishes, earning alm

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