Charley Hull produced a remarkable 62 in the third round of the PIF London Championship to break the course record and move within one shot of leader Anna Huang. The English golfer’s bogey-free round featured eight birdies and propelled her into contention heading into the final day.
Hull’s score of 10-under 62 surpassed the previous course record by two strokes, marking her lowest round of the season. The performance came amid challenging wind conditions at the London course, with Hull hitting 14 of 18 greens in regulation. She now sits at 12-under par for the tournament, one behind Huang’s 13-under total.
I stayed patient and trusted my process out there, Hull said after her round. The putts were falling and I managed my misses well. It’s exactly what we needed going into Sunday.
Anna Huang maintained her lead despite a uneven final stretch, carding a 71 that included three bogeys over her last six holes. Huang’s advantage has narrowed from three shots at the start of the day to just one, setting up a tense finale. Both players have shown strong closing form in recent events, with Huang winning twice this season and Hull recording three top-five finishes.
The leaderboard remains tightly packed, with five players within three shots of the lead. Defending champion Linn Grant carded a 68 to move into tied for third, while world number one Nelly Korda shot 70 to stay within striking distance. The cut line fell at 3-under par, with 65 players advancing to the weekend.
As one of the LIV Golf League’s flagship events, the PIF London Championship offers a $25 million purse, with $4 million going to the winner. The tournament continues to attract top global talent as part of LIV’s expanded international schedule.
Charley Hull’s Record Round Shapes Title Battle
Hull’s 62 not only broke the course record but also marked the lowest score by an Englishwoman in LIV Golf history. Her ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities — particularly from inside 100 yards — has been a hallmark of her recent success. The round showcased her improved wedge play and putting consistency, areas she has worked on extensively with her coaching team.
Looking ahead, the final round promises a compelling duel between Hull and Huang, both of whom have demonstrated resilience under pressure. Huang, a two-time LIV winner this season, will aim to hold her nerve in her first attempt at a wire-to-wire victory. Hull, seeking her first LIV title, will look to carry the momentum of her record round into Sunday’s climax. Weather forecasts predict calmer conditions, potentially leading to lower scores and a tightly contested finish.
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