Sun May 11 17:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Korda Shares Lead at Mizuho Americas Open; Other Sporting News

**New Jersey** – Defending champion Nelly Korda rallied late to share the lead at the Mizuho Americas Open after a challenging second round. Korda shot a 4-under 68, boosted by three birdies in her final five holes, to tie for the top spot at 8-under 136 with Somi Lee and Andrea Lee. Lee fired a 7-birdie 67, while Andrea Lee also carded a 68. Early leader Jeenaa Thitikul faltered with a 73 after a strong start.

**South Carolina** – Mackenzie Hughes and Cristobal Del Solar share the lead at the Myrtle Beach Classic after shooting 69 and 67 respectively. The winner earns a spot in the PGA Championship. Taylor Moore sits at 4-under 138.

**North Carolina** – The University of North Carolina athletics department confirmed that girlfriend of head football coach Bill Belichick, Jordon Hudson, remains welcome at Tar Heel facilities, despite a report claiming otherwise.

**NFL** – The San Francisco 49ers waived defensive lineman Drake Jackson due to a failed physical following a patellar tendon injury.

**Soccer** – FIFA confirmed the 2031 Women’s World Cup will expand to 48 teams and be hosted by the United States.

**Ice Hockey** – The United States opened the Ice Hockey World Championship with a 5-0 victory over Denmark, led by Matty Beniers’ two goals.

**Tennis** – Carlos Alcaraz returned from injury, winning his opening match at the Italian Open against Dusan Lajovic 6-3, 6-3.

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