Two is better than one: Miyazato was a popular name at the top of the U.S. Women’s Open leaderboard, as the final pairing for the third round will feature not one but two Miyazatos. Rolex Rankings No. 9 Ai Miyazato sits one shot behind Mika Miyazato after two rounds of the U.S. Women’s Open. Ai Miyazato shot a 3-under 68 in the second round to put herself in the last group for the third round.

Although they share the same last name and both are from Okinawa, Japan, Mika and Ai are not related. But the two are good friends who have known each other since they were around the age of 10 and both were looking forward to the opportunity to play together in the leading group at a major championship.

“It's really fun to play with her always,” said Ai Miyazato. “And especially in this tournament. I’m really, really excited.”

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