Charley Hull vaulted into the top tier of the PIF London Championship leaderboard after delivering a stunning 62 in the second round at the Centurion Club, a score that not only set a new course record but also placed her among the elite performers in Ladies European Tour history. The English professional, who opened the tournament with a modest 74, found herself just one stroke behind the leader, Canada’s 17‑year‑old prodigy Anna Huang, after completing a flawless, bogey‑free round that eclipsed the previous best of 63 set by fellow Englishwoman Georgia Hall in 2021. Hull's 62, which translates to 11‑under‑par, ties the lowest round ever recorded on the LET, a distinction she now shares with the likes of Ryu Ha‑ran, Jessica Korda, Alison Lee and Karrie Webb.
The achievement was highlighted by a string of aggressive play: she opened the day with an eagle on the first hole, then proceeded to string together three consecutive birdies on holes four, five and six, and added another birdie on the ninth to reach the turn at six under. The momentum continued on the back nine as she added birdies on the tenth, thirteenth, fifteenth and seventeenth, before sealing the day with a final birdie on the eighteenth, confirming her 11‑under total and propelling her into solo second place at 10‑under overall.
"It was really good, I shot 11 under and I actually left a couple of shots out there coming in. I know that sounds pretty crazy but it was a fun day," Hull said, reflecting on what she described as an almost effortless round despite feeling fatigued from a busy schedule that included a demanding finish at the AIG Women’s Open the previous week.
"I have been so tired this week, exhausted from the last couple of weeks especially after the AIG Women's Open last week. I feel pretty tired and my body is in bits. I have got a few ongoing injuries, so I've been having a lot of physio. I'm quite shocked that I've shot 11 under today because I felt so tired this morning.
It felt like the easiest 11 under of my life. I'm standing here right now feeling like I left a couple of shots out there and I want to go and see if I can improve it tomorrow [Saturday]." Hull’s performance came against a competitive field that also featured a remarkable showing from the tournament leader, Anna Huang. The Canadian, who entered the final day with a two‑round total of 11‑under, posted a solid 68 in the second round, highlighted by two eagles on the ninth and eighteenth holes, four birdies and three bogeys. Her youthful poise and clutch scoring kept her at the summit of the leaderboard as the tournament moved into its crucial middle stage.
Other notable finishes after the second round included Wales' Lydia Hall, who moved into third place with a 67 that featured a dramatic chip‑in eagle, seven birdies, a bogey and a double‑bogey, leaving her at eight‑under. Australia’s Kelsey Bennett and Ireland’s Aine Donegan shared fourth place on seven‑under, with Bennett posting a 71 that comprised three birdies and a single bogey after an opening‑round 68.
The battle for the top ten remained tight, with Singapore’s Shannon Tan, the Netherlands’ Anne Van Dam, and England’s Alice Hewson all tied for sixth at six‑under. Austria’s Emma Spitz and Spain’s Luna Sobron Galmes rounded out the top ten, each sitting at five‑under after solid rounds that kept them within striking distance of the leaders. The tournament, part of the 2025 Ladies European Tour schedule, continues to attract attention not only for the on‑course drama but also for its broader impact on the sport. The event’s inclusion in the growing series of Aramco Team Series competitions underscores the LET’s expanding global footprint and the increasing visibility of women’s golf across diverse markets.
Fans can catch the action live on Sky Sports Golf when the third round tees off at 1 pm on Saturday. For those interested in experiencing the Centurion Club firsthand, the venue offers booking opportunities across its 1,700‑plus courses throughout the UK and Ireland, providing golfers of all abilities a chance to test their skills on a world‑class layout. Hull’s record‑tying round not only demonstrates her personal resilience and skill but also highlights the competitive depth of the current LET field, where emerging talents like Huang and seasoned veterans such as Hull can coexist and push each other to historic performances.
As the tournament progresses into its final day, the leaderboard remains fluid, promising an exciting climax as players vie for the coveted championship title.