You can do it: With 13-month-old son in tow, Alison Lee tied for U.S. Women’s Open lead Alison Lee, 31, is navigating the U.S. Women’s Open with a unique blend of determination and maternal focus, as she leads the tournament alongside Ruoning Yin after two rounds. The Las Vegas native, who gave birth to her son Levi in April 2024, is balancing her golf career with the demands of motherhood, relying on her parents to care for Levi during her tournament run. Lee’s journey to this moment has been marked by resilience, as she competes in her hometown major championship just seven months postpartum. Lee’s performance at Riviera Country Club has been a mix of precision and emotional strength. On Friday, she managed a second-round 3-under 68, moving her to 4 under par. Her son, Levi, has become both a distraction and a source of motivation. Lee admitted to micromanaging Levi’s care, often worrying about whether her parents are feeding him or if he’s sleeping well. During the Chevron Championship last month, Levi’s enthusiastic shouts of “Ball!” during her backswing brought a moment of levity, though Lee was relieved the distraction didn’t interfere with her play. The tournament has also tested Lee’s physical and mental endurance. At the JM Eagle LA Championship, her ball speed dipped to 135 mph due to overexertion, yet she still managed a tie for 13th. Her current form at Riviera, however, shows progress. Despite missing half her fairways and greens on Thursday, Lee fought to shoot under par, showcasing her gritty approach. A standout moment came on the par-4 second hole, where she recovered from a tree-impeded drive by punching out to 116 yards and holing a 6-footer for par. Lee’s path to this point has been anything but straightforward.#las_vegas #ruoning_yin #alison_lee #u_s_women_s_open #julie_inkster
