US EditionCanadian Amateur Deng, Khang and Lopez Share Clubhouse Lead at CPKC Women's Open
Aphrodite Deng, a 15-year-old Canadian amateur, shared the lead with a 5-under 66 in the first round of the national championship after winning the U.S. Junior Girls Championship.
- On Thursday, August 21, 2025, 15-year-old Canadian amateur Aphrodite Deng shot a 5-under 66 to share the clubhouse lead at the CPKC Women's Open held at Mississaugua Golf and Country Club, Ontario.
- In July 2025, Deng made history as the first golfer from Canada to capture the U.S. Girls' Junior title, a victory that secured her a spot in the CPKC Women's Open.
- Deng opened with consecutive birdies, hitting 13 of 14 fairways and needing only 26 putts while sharing the lead with past champion Megan Khang and Gaby Lopez after the first round.
- Golf Canada NextGen head coach Jeff Macdonald commended Deng for her steady composure and consistent momentum, noting that once she finds her rhythm, she maintains it throughout her play.
- Deng’s strong debut at her national open highlights the rise of young Canadian female athletes, suggesting a promising future for Canadian women’s golf on the LPGA Tour.
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The Hamilton Spectator
The RecordCanadian amateur Deng, Khang and Lopez share clubhouse lead at CPKC Women’s Open
MISSISSAUGA - Canadian amateur Aphrodite Deng, Mexico's Gaby Lopez, and Megan Khang of the United States shared the clubhouse lead in the first round of the CPKC Women's Open.
Winnipeg Free Press
Canadian amateur Deng, Khang and Lopez share clubhouse lead at CPKC Women's Open
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Canadian 15-year-old Aphrodite Deng tied for clubhouse lead at CPKC Women's Open
The first round of the CPKC Women's Open is underway and there's a surprising name atop the leaderboard in Aphrodite Deng. The 15-year-old Canadian amateur shot a 5-under 66 on Thursday and is tied for the clubhouse lead at her national open.
Canada's Aphrodite Deng, 15, tied for clubhouse lead at CPKC Women's Open
“Unbelievable day. I have never seen the golf course taken apart like that." And by a 15-year-old no less. Canada's Aphrodite Deng dominated the opening round and sits atop the leaderboard at the CPKC Women's Open in Mississauga. Adam Stanley has the story.
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