BMW LADIES CHAMPIONSHIP

October 17, 2025

Rio Takeda

Pine Valley Golf Links

Quick Quotes

Q. Here with Rio after your second round of the BMW Ladies Championship, can you just speak to today's play?

RIO TAKEDA: I felt like the winds were pretty strong today but I had like four birdies in a row, so I had a good feel all day.

Q. And the wind was pretty strong when you were warming up today. How did it change throughout the day?

RIO TAKEDA: The wind direction was different from yesterday, so I knew there were some adjustments I needed to do, like the club distance, club selection.

So I feel like I was able to handle that pretty good.

Q. And what do you like about this golf course? Is there anything that you really enjoy about it?

RIO TAKEDA: You know, first of all, the view's gorgeous out here, so I love it. The greens are in great shape. It's one reason why I like this golf course.

Q. And it seems like there has to be a lot of strategy around the greens. Do you feel that way, and maybe if so, what is your thoughts when you are hitting into the greens?

RIO TAKEDA: There are a few bunkers that's pretty deep, so my management is pretty simple. Just try to avoid those type of bunkers.

Q. I noticed today that you have played the most tournaments of any player this year, 25 events not counting this one. Can you just talk to what you enjoy about playing in almost every event this year?

RIO TAKEDA: This is my rookie year, playing on the JLPGA last year. Every place I go is brand new. I really enjoy playing not only the U.S. but outside the U.S. and really enjoying every week.

Q. What have you learned from the journey of playing almost every event?

RIO TAKEDA: Obviously every week is different, and I feel like the differences are a very good experience for me and simply enjoying every week.