American professional golfer on the LPGA Tour
Shiho Kuwaki of Japan defeats Esther Henseleit in a playoff to win the Women’s Open at Royal Lytham & St Annes, sealing back-to-back titles for Japan. Henseleit’s late rally forced extra holes after Kuwaki matched the lead with a 45-foot birdie on 18.
A roundup of the latest from the Women’s Open at Royal Lytham & St Annes, with Haeran Ryu defending strong form, Shiho Kuwaki and Yealimi Noh close behind, and Lottie Woad and Charley Hull in contention for a maiden major.
The LPGA Women’s Open action centers on Royal Lytham & St Annes as Haeran Ryu and Nelly Korda vie for a third major in a season. Thitikul and Kuwaki are contending, with Thitikul aiming to finally win a major after entering this year’s majors near the top. Ryu has built a lead before the next rounds.