Munoz ties for LPGA lead

Azahara Munoz, seeking her first win on the LPGA Tour, shot the low round of the tournament Thursday to share the lead at the LOTTE Championship. Munoz had an 8-under 64 at the Ko Olina Golf Club course to finish 36 holes at 136. Ai Miyazato was also tied for the lead after shooting a 65. After high winds made scoring difficult on the opening day of the event, several low scores were recorded Thursday. Jimin Kang was alone in third at 138 after shooting a 66 while those tied for fifth at 139 included Meena Lee, Suzann Pettersen and Brittany Lang. Lee had a 65 to battle her way into the tournament after struggling to a 74 Wednesday. Paula Creamer and Angela Stanford were among those at 140. World No. 1 Yani Tseng settled for an even-par 72 that left her in a tie for 12th at 141. Michelle Wie did not come close to making the cut, finishing 36 holes 18 shots out of the lead.