Kazuma Kobori Takes Commanding Lead at Australian PGA Championship

Kazuma Kobori shot an eight-under-par 63 to secure the lead in the Australian PGA Championship. Despite adverse weather, he excelled with a hole-in-one and nine birdies. Cameron Smith, however, missed the cut with a disappointing round. Competitors Ding Wenyi, Anthony Quayle, and Brett Rankin trailed closely.

In the Australian PGA Championship's dramatic second round, New Zealand's Kazuma Kobori emerged as the leader with an impressive eight-under-par 63. He performed exceptionally well, including a hole-in-one during the weather-struck opening day. His consistent shots and nine birdies placed him at the forefront of the competition.

Challenging Kobori's lead were China's Ding Wenyi and Australians Anthony Quayle and Brett Rankin, each maintaining strong performances to hold joint second at nine-under. However, it was a disheartening day for local favorite Cameron Smith, who missed the cut after an unexpected four-over round.

Smith, visibly frustrated, expressed disbelief over his performance, noting struggles with his putter and club choices. Meanwhile, Rankin rose from the ranks after poor weather delayed his first round, highlighting an unpredictable and exciting day at Royal Queensland.

(With inputs from agencies.)