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  "id": 840589,
  "title": "Australia's Grace Kim makes fast start at LPGA event",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/14/australias-grace-kim-makes-fast-start-at-lpga-event-840589",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-14T05:03:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ABC News AU",
    "slug": "abc-news-au",
    "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-14/australia-s-grace-kim-makes-fast-start-at-lpga-event/107038756"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Australian golfer Grace Kim has made a quick start at the LPGA's Portland Classic, posting a 66 in her opening round. Kim's performance included seven birdies and an eagle, giving her a 6-under total. This round places her tied for second, one shot behind Colombian leader Mariel Galdiano. Fellow Australian Robyn Choi, currently at one shot back and tied for ninth, needs a strong second round to make the cut. Kim's impressive start follows two consecutive top-10 finishes, putting her in good form for the tournament. Playing aggressively, Kim collected her birdies and eagle during a three-stroke start on holes 10, 11, and 12. She also finished with the fewest putts of the field, showcasing her precision on the greens. Kim currently sits at 6-under, joining Augusta National women's amateur champion Maria Jose Marin, Arpichaya Yubol, and Olivia Cowan.",
  "summary": "Australia's Grace Kim makes a fast start to be just one stroke behind the leader after the opening round of the LPGA Tour's Portland Classic.",
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        "published": "2026-08-14T05:03:25.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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