Miyu Yamashita claimed her first win on the LPGA Tour and won her first major title at the 2025 AIG Women's Open, held at Royal Porthcawl in Wales.
Her performance caused an avalanche of reactions, as few expected that the 24-year-old Japanese golfer would triumph at the famous Major.
With a total score of -11, Yamashita demonstrated that she can be a threat to everyone in the future.
Fans reacted via social media, putting special emphasis on her calmness in key moments.
Having such a mindset promises that you can become a golfer who will be the very top of the golf scene.
At the press conference after the tour, Yamashita shared her emotions about the magnificent victory, delighted with her performance.
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"This has been a goal of mine, something I've worked towards my whole life, a dream you could say. It's been the result of hard work every single day, making changes, making improvements, and to be able to do it now and call myself a champion is a very special thing.."- she said.
Special moment: Celebrating with Japanese golfers
One moment in particular marked her triumph: Celebrating with other Japanese female golfers.
That moment was filled with strong emotions and joy, and Yamashita revealed how everything looked from her perspective.
The young golfer wanted to celebrate the victory together with her compatriots, admitting that they represent a strong motive for her.
Having such support is certainly one of the foundations of success.
"It was an amazing feeling for them to stay and celebrate with me, something that was so great for me. Also just something that I appreciate. To have so many Japanese players doing so well at the moment is something that provides a motivation for me and keeps me going. For us all to support each other is something that I'm really looking forward to in the future as well.."
