Charley Hull motivated by new boyfriend bet as she takes outright lead at The ANNIKA

Charley Hull, the 28-year-old English golfer, has taken a commanding two-shot lead at *The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican*. Heading into the weekend, Hull sits at 10-under par after impressive rounds of 64 and 66. She outpaced World No. 1 Nelly Korda, who remains in contention for her seventh LPGA Tour title of 2024.

Hull’s performance has been bolstered by an unusual incentive—a playful bet with her new boyfriend. For every five birdies she makes, the couple will add an extra day to their upcoming European holiday after the season-ending CME Group Tour Championship. Hull has already recorded 12 birdies in 36 holes, positioning herself strongly for her third career LPGA Tour win.

Despite dealing with a hip injury that required physiotherapy during the first round, Hull has shown resilience and focus. Her last LPGA Tour victory came in October 2022, but she recently found success on the Ladies European Tour, winning the Aramco Team Series Riyadh.

As the final regular season event of 2024 unfolds, Hull hopes to extend her birdie streak and secure another LPGA title. Meanwhile, Korda, who was recently named the LPGA Tour’s Rolex Player of the Year, continues her pursuit of further accolades, adding intrigue to an already captivating tournament weekend.