JGA Names 8 Men and 8 Women to JOC-Recognized Olympic Strengthening List

Overview

• The Japan Golf Association’s Olympic task force announced the 2026 strengthening-designated rosters, confirming eight men and eight women.
• Selections were based on year-end world rankings from the Japan Tour with placements finalized from athletes who applied.
• Notable picks include Miyuu Yamashita and twin sisters Akie and Chisato Iwai for the women’s group, with Keita Nakajima among men retained from last year.
• Designated players gain access to the National Sports Science Center, the Ajinomoto National Training Center, and the Phoenix Seagaia training base in Miyazaki.
• In related updates, Akari Sakuma set a goal of five wins at a Tokyo celebration, and Mai Hontama and Himeno Sakatsume advanced to the second round of Australian Open qualifying.