TOTO Japan Classic: Iwai Leads Yubol by One After Round Three | APT Sports

Aki Iwai will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the 2026 TOTO Japan Classic after producing an impressive six-under-par 66 in the third round. The Japanese golfer reached 15-under-par 201 at Taiheiyo Club Minori Course in Omitama, Japan, putting her one stroke ahead of Thailand's Arpichaya Yubol, who carded a 65 to move into second place. South Korea's Youmin Hwang and Japan's Erika Hara are tied for third, two shots behind the leader. Defending champion Nasa Hataoka is three shots off the pace after finishing her third round with a 72. Iwai, who claimed her first LPGA Tour victory at the 2025 Standard Portland Classic, now has an opportunity to secure another title on home soil. With Yubol and several other contenders close behind, the final round promises an exciting finish to the TOTO Japan Classic. #AkiIwai #TOTOJapanClassic #LPGA #WomensGolf #GolfNews #JapanGolf