Miyu Yamashita Moves One Shot Behind Hataoka in Japan

Miyu Yamashita shot a 5-under 67 Friday to move into sole possession of second place at the TOTO Japan Classic, one stroke behind Nasa Hataoka.

Yamashita stood at 11-under 133 after two rounds at Taiheiyo Club Minori Course in Omitama, Japan. Hataoka’s 64 took her to 12 under, while Ana Belac and Fuka Suga shared third at 10 under, the LPGA reported.

Yamashita made six birdies, including three in succession at Nos. 11-13, before her first bogey of the tournament at the 18th. She had opened with 35 consecutive bogey-free holes.

She is seeking a second straight LPGA Tour victory after successfully defending her Maybank Championship title last week.