Rio Takeda Claims Second LPGA TitleChina
The 21-year-old Japanese golfer dominated the Blue Bay LPGA, finishing six strokes ahead and setting a course record with a bogey-free final round.
- Rio Takeda secured her second career LPGA title at the Blue Bay LPGA in China, finishing at 17-under-par with a six-stroke lead.
- The 21-year-old equaled the course record with a bogey-free 8-under 64 in the final round, marking her second win in just 54 weeks.
- Takeda's victory included a $375,000 prize, adding to her growing career earnings and solidifying her reputation as a rising star in women's golf.
- Her strong driving game was a key factor in her win, which she described as a significant achievement given the challenging course layout compared to Japanese courses.
- Minjee Lee of Australia finished in second place at 11-under, while Japan's Ayaka Furue and Australia's Cassie Porter rounded out the top four.