What's happened
Haeran Ryu has won the Evian Championship, completing a double major within three weeks after winning the Women’s PGA Championship. She finished 18-under through four rounds, with a memorable 60 in the third round and birdie on the final hole to seal the record. Brooke Henderson finished second, while Lottie Woad and Aki Iwai were among the challengers.
What's behind the headline?
Analysis
- Ryu’s run underscores a rare consistency in major week performance, tying the Evian Championship record for low major round with a 60 and converting a late push into a playoff and then a win.
- The victory cements her status as a breakout star this season, expanding the field of players capable of winning multiple majors in a single year.
- The margin of victory and the drama of a double major in the same year likely shifts the balance of power in the LPGA, signaling a deeper field and rising competition in majors.
- This momentum may influence sponsorships, world rankings, and invitations for future major events.
How we got here
Ryu’s major-bearing run follows her breakthrough at Hazeltine, and comes as world No. 1 Nelly Korda had claimed the first two majors of 2026. The Evian Championship adds to a calendar that has seen rapid shifts for top players.
Our analysis
AP News and The Independent both report on Ryu’s decisive performance at Evian, highlighting her 60 round and the playoff drama that crowned her two majors this year. AP provides context on the field and comparisons to men’s major scoring records, while The Independent emphasizes Ryu’s road from a first major to back-to-back victories.
Go deeper
- Will Ryu carry this form into the next major this season?
- How will Korda respond after losing ground in Evian?
- Who else could challenge for further majors this year?
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