American professional golfer, NCAA champion, LPGA pioneer
Infortar Estonian Challenge winner Martin Franssen has claimed a 19-under total to win the DP World Tour’s HotelPlanner Tour event in Tallinn, edging England’s Andrew Wilson by three shots. Franssen, an Inverness-born, St Andrews-based player, secures his first Scottish title on the circuit, after a season of steady progress and a breakthrough victory the previous year.
Miyu Yamashita has closed a dominant week at Royal Mayfair, tying the 72-hole scoring record with 23-under and earning her fourth LPGA win in 13 months, as the field eyes Solheim Cup qualification.
Europe holds an 8-8 tie with 12 singles remaining after a dramatic Saturday that saw Charley Hull and Lottie Woad struggle, while Jennifer Kupcho delivers decisive plays for the US. Nordqvist’s decision to persist with Hull–Woad is under scrutiny ahead of Sunday’s deciders.
Carlota Ciganda has delivered a crucial point as Europe holds a 4-4 tie with the United States after a dramatic finish in the Solheim Cup opener at Bernardus Golf Club, Netherlands. Hull and Woad's bold early flight faded, while debutants López Ramírez, Rhodes and Nadaud impressed. The day ends with Europe level heading into Saturday.