Ashleigh Buhai claims first major win in playoff at Women’s British Open
Buhai’s British Open trophy marks her first LPGA Tour win.
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Jin Young Ko captured her second win of the LPGA season on Sunday, lifting the trophy at the Cambia Portland Classic.
The putt to secure win #9. 🏆
— LPGA (@LPGA) September 19, 2021
Jin Young Ko is the @PortlandClassic Champion! pic.twitter.com/FcwGwmMRM0
The world No. 2 dominated the final round at the Oregon Golf Club, with a tournament cut from 72 to 54 holes due to rain. Ko built on a one-stroke lead, which she held heading into the final round, pulling away from the competition.
Finishing four shots ahead of Su Oh and Jeongeun Lee, Ko tapped out at -11. The 26-year-old shot three birdies and 15 pars for a final-round 69 to secure the victory on Sunday.
Ko’s Portland Classic win marks her ninth LPGA title.
Buhai’s British Open trophy marks her first LPGA Tour win.
Buhai holds a five-shot lead heading into the final round.
In Gee Chun currently leads the pack.
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