AIG WOMEN'S OPEN

August 6, 2022

Hinako Shibuno

Mixed Zone

Q. Take me through what this day three was like for you. How do you think you fared with the wind today?

HINAKO SHIBUNO: I could be friends with the wind.

Q. One of your highlights was the back nine today. What was the difference-maker for you?

HINAKO SHIBUNO: Well, my distance was very distant from 10 and 12 was good, and my putting was very good.

Q. What was going right with the birdies on 14 and 17?

HINAKO SHIBUNO: I was very happy about the 14th birdie.

Q. Only two birdies on 14 today and you're one of them. What sets up well for you on that hole?

HINAKO SHIBUNO: I was very happy about it.

Q. Overall, how have you thought about your play the last three days?

HINAKO SHIBUNO: I'm having fun from the bottom of my heart.

Q. In 2019, it was you and Ashleigh Buhai in the final group, and you went on to win. Right now Ashleigh with a substantial win but it could be the two of you in the final group again tomorrow. Do you remember playing alongside her?

HINAKO SHIBUNO: Well, if I can play tomorrow with her, I would be very happy about it. But I want to win.

Q. And one more from me. What will you focus on tomorrow in the final round?

HINAKO SHIBUNO: Yeah, obviously I just want be friends with that wind.