The LPGA Japan Championship was shortened to 54 holes due to inclement weather

SHIGA, Japan — Heavy rain and storms associated with Typhoon Kong-rey washed out the third round of the LPGA Japan Championship on Saturday and shortened it to 54 holes.

The LPGA said the tournament was scheduled to conclude on Sunday at the Seta Golf Course.

The tropical storm hit the Philippines and Taiwan hard. In Taiwan, it brought strong winds, floods and led to two deaths.

Hana Wakimoto shot a 4-under 68 on Friday to maintain the lead after the second round. The Japanese player shot 63 in the opening round and had a total of 13-under-par 131.

Yealimi Noh of the United States and Ariya Jutanugarn of Thailand are tied for the lead after the second round. Noh shot 65 and Jutanugarn 66.

The Japan tournament concludes the LPGA Tour’s four-event Asian swing that includes events in China, South Korea and Malaysia.