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Haeran Ryu beats Brooke Henderson in playoff to win Evian Championship for 2nd straight major title
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 12, 2026
· 3 min read
A second major title in a three-week stretch. The lowest round — an 11-under 60 — in an LPGA major.It was quite the weekend for Haeran Ryu, the latest South Korean sensation in women’s golf.Ryu, the winner of the Women’s PGA Championship at Hazeltine on June 29, gave up a three-shot overnight lea...
Key takeaway “This," said the 25-year-old Ryu, drenched in Champagne and cradling the trophy in her left arm, “is just a dream right now.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio golf fans have a new champion to admire in Haeran Ryu, whose back-to-back major titles are a remarkable achievement in the sport. Ryu's victory at the Evian Championship comes on the heels of her win at the Women's PGA Championship, and her success may inspire local golfers at courses around Bexar County. The fact that Ryu was able to follow up her impressive 60 on Saturday with a clutch birdie putt in the playoff against Brooke Henderson demonstrates her mental toughness and skill under pressure. As the local golf community looks to Ryu as a role model, it will be interesting to see if her wins spark increased interest in golf among San Antonio's youth, potentially leading to new programs or initiatives at local courses and driving ranges. Ryu's story is a testament to the power of dedication and hard work, and her achievements may have a lasting impact on the sport in San Antonio.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A second major title in a three-week stretch. The lowest round — an 11-under 60 — in an LPGA major.It was quite the weekend for Haeran Ryu, the latest South Korean sensation in women’s golf.Ryu, the winner of the Women’s PGA Championship at Hazeltine on June 29, gave up a three-shot overnight lea...
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