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(Reuters) - Lexi Thompson took advantage of ideal morning conditions with a red-hot start as she charged into a share of the lead in the second round of the Meijer LPGA Classic in Grand Rapids, Michigan on Friday.
The 20-year-old American birdied six of her first eight holes in dazzling sunshine on the way to a bogey-free, seven-under-par 64 at Blythefield Country Club for a nine-under total of 133.
Thompson, who won her first major title at last year's Kraft Nabisco Championship, held the clubhouse lead for much of the day before being caught at the top by compatriots Lizette Salas (69) and LPGA rookie Alison Lee (66).