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Kuwaki clinches Women's Open in dramatic playoff at Royal Lytham

Shiho Kuwaki won the 2026 AIG Women’s Open at Royal Lytham & St Annes in a dramatic second playoff, beating Esther Henseleit after both finished five-under in regulation. Henseleit birdied the 18th to force extra holes, and Kuwaki sealed the title on the second playoff hole, becoming the third Japanese winner in eight editions as the event’s $10m prize pool was decided. Overnight leader Yealimi Noh faded; Charley Hull and Lottie Woad finished at -1. Kuwaki paid tribute to supporters and her team in a moment described as special.

via BBC|

#esther-henseleit #golf #playoff

sports5 days ago•6 min saved

Hull and Korda Lead Start of the 50th Women's Open at Royal Lytham

England's Charley Hull begins her bid for a first major in the 50th Women's Open at Royal Lytham & St Annes, teeing off in a star-filled group with Brooke Henderson and Hannah Green; world No.1 Nelly Korda and Ryu Haeran headline the following group with Lydia Ko, as Korda chases a career Grand Slam and the chance to win three majors in a calendar year; Lottie Woad heads another opening pairing with Andrea Lee and Akie Iwai, with the full round-one and round-two tee times listed for all competitors.

via BBC|

#golf #major-championship #royal-lytham-st-annes

sports1 year ago•5 min saved

Miyu Yamashita Clinches AIG Women’s Open Title

Miyu Yamashita won her first major at the Women’s Open in Wales, while Charley Hull, despite a strong comeback and emotional effort, finished second, continuing her quest for a maiden major victory amidst challenges from injury and illness.

via Yahoo Sports|

#charley-hull #golf #major-tournament

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

Golf Legend Betsy Rawls Passes Away at 95

Betsy Rawls, a legendary golfer who won eight major championships, including four United States Women's Opens, and played a crucial role in the development of the LPGA Tour, has passed away at the age of 95. Rawls was known for her strong short game and won a total of 55 LPGA Tour events between 1951 and 1972. She was also recognized for her contributions to women's golf and was inducted into both the LPGA Tour Hall of Fame and the World Golf Hall of Fame.

via The New York Times|

#betsy-rawls #golf #lpga-tour