In an electrifying opening round at the Women's Open Championship, Japanese players have taken center stage at Royal Porthcawl. Led by Rio Takeda and Eri Okayama, Japan’s talent shined bright as Takeda battled back from a double bogey to finish with a five-under-par 67, sinking four birdies over her final seven holes. ⛳
Miyu Yamashita added to the momentum with a crisp four-under-par 68, putting Japan in complete control by holding the top three spots. Despite blustery winds that kept scores in check, nearly half the field managed to finish at par or better, making for a tightly contested round.
On the flip side, English rookie Lottie Woad – who kicked off the month as the top-ranked amateur and has shown stellar form on the Ladies European Tour – managed an even-par 72. Her mixed performance, capped with a birdie on the par-five 18th hole, keeps the excitement alive as she remains a key contender in this final major of the season.
This opening round sets the stage for many more thrilling moments. Keep your eyes on the tournament for more action-packed golf highlights that bring together skill, resilience, and a whole lot of passion! 🎉
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Takeda and Okayama lead Japanese surge at Women's Open Championship
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