Charley Hull vaulted up the standings at the PIF London Championship after delivering an astonishing round of 62 in the second round at the Centurion Club, setting a new benchmark for the venue. The English golfer’s performance not only catapulted her into contention but also eclipsed the previous course record of 63 that had been held by fellow Briton Georgia Hall since 2021.
Going into the second day, Canada’s rising star Anna Huang was perched at the top of the leaderboard after a solid opening round of 71. Hull, who had stumbled with a 74 in the first round, managed to erase that deficit with a flawless 62, leaving her just one stroke behind Huang and firmly entrenched in second place at ten under par.
Hull’s round was a masterclass in precision and composure. She began the day with an eagle on the opening hole, immediately announcing her intent. The momentum continued as she recorded birdies on the fourth, fifth, and sixth holes in rapid succession, and added another birdie on the ninth to reach the turn at six under. After the turn, Hull kept the pressure on, carding birdies on the tenth, thirteenth, fifteenth, and seventeenth holes before sealing the day with a final birdie on the eighteenth.
The result was an 11‑under‑par round, matching the lowest round ever recorded on the Ladies European Tour (LET) and joining an elite group that includes Haeran Ryu, Jessica Korda, Alison Lee, and Karrie Webb. "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, her voice a mixture of disbelief and delight.
She added that she had felt unusually fatigued heading into the round, mentioning the toll of recent tournaments such as the AIG Women’s Open. "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 surge is particularly noteworthy given the depth of talent on the LET this season. The tour’s 2025 schedule is packed with high‑profile events, including the Aramco Team Series, the VP Bank Swiss Ladies Open, and the Aramco Houston Championship, where Hull herself was narrowly denied a win by Nadia Iturrioz.
Her ability to rebound from a modest opening round and produce a historic score underscores her resilience and competitive fire. Meanwhile, 17‑year‑old Anna Huang continued to demonstrate why she is one of the most promising young players on the circuit. After posting a 68 in the second round, she maintained a total of 11 under par, thanks to two eagles on the ninth and eighteenth holes, four birdies, and three bogeys. Her steady play kept her atop the leaderboard at the halfway point, highlighting her capacity to handle pressure on a big stage.
Other notable performances included Wales’ Lydia Hall, who climbed into third place with a 67 that featured a spectacular chip‑in eagle, seven birdies, a bogey, and a double bogey, leaving her at eight under par. Australia’s Kelsey Bennett and Ireland’s Aine Donegan shared fourth place on seven under after Bennett posted a 71 following her opening 68, while Singapore’s Shannon Tan, the Netherlands’ Anne Van Dam, and England’s Alice Hewson were tied for sixth on six under.
Austria’s Emma Spitz and Spain’s Luna Sobron Galmes rounded out the top ten on five under. The third round of the championship is slated to begin at 1 pm on Saturday and will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Golf, offering fans worldwide a chance to witness whether Hull can maintain her momentum and possibly overtake Huang for the lead. The tournament’s excitement is amplified by the scenic Hertfordshire setting, where the Centurion Club’s immaculate fairways and challenging greens test even the most seasoned professionals.
Beyond the competition, the PIF London Championship continues to promote golf tourism across the UK and Ireland. Golfers can secure tee times at any of the 1,700 affiliated courses through the tournament’s partner platforms, making it easier for enthusiasts to experience the sport at a variety of venues.
The event also encourages local engagement by inviting spectators to explore nearby attractions, dine at regional restaurants, and enjoy the cultural offerings of the surrounding area. As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Hull’s next round. Can she translate the confidence from her record‑breaking 62 into another low score, or will the fatigue and lingering injuries temper her performance?
Regardless of the outcome, her display has already cemented this round as one of the most memorable moments of the 2026 LET season, and it adds a thrilling narrative to an already competitive championship.