Summary
Maja Stark won the US Women's Open with a two-shot lead, marking her first major title. She became the third Swedish woman to win this tournament, fending off strong competitors like Nelly Korda and Rio Taneka. Stark started the final round with a slight lead and managed to maintain it despite challenges from other top players.
Key Facts
- Maja Stark won the US Women's Open, securing her first major title.
- She is the third Swedish woman to win the US Women's Open.
- Stark finished the tournament at seven under par, two shots ahead of her closest competitors.
- Nelly Korda and Rio Taneka tied for second place at five under par.
- Stark started the final round with a one-shot lead and made strategic plays to extend it.
- Nelly Korda's performance had her close in on Stark, but she eventually finished with a bogey on the back nine.
- Charley Hull from England finished tied for 12th place at one under par.
- Lottie Woad, also from England, was the best amateur, finishing at five over par.
