Overview

• Hwang closed with a 5-under 67 to finish at 17-under 271 at Hoakalei Country Club, edging Kim Hyo-joo by one stroke.
• The KLPGA regular birdied five of her last six holes, including the final four, after an opening 62 and a second-round 75.
• Competing on a sponsor exemption as a nonmember, she earned $450,000 and automatic LPGA status, which her agency says she will defer until 2026.
• Her win produced the 26th different LPGA champion in 25 events this season, tying the tour record for most unique winners in a single year.
• The LPGA now moves to a five-week Asia swing, as world No. 2 Nelly Korda tied for fourth in Hawaii and remains winless in 2025.