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Japanese Golfer Shiho Kuwaki Wins 2026 AIG Women’s Open
Shiho Kuwaki secured her first major title at the 2026 AIG Women’s Open in England after a playoff against Esther Henseleit, while Thailand’s Atthaya Thitikul finished in fourth place.
According to Khaosod Online Thailand, the 2026 AIG Women’s Open concluded on August 2 in England, marking the fifth major tournament of the year. The final round saw Japan’s Shiho Kuwaki and Germany’s Esther Henseleit tied for the lead with a total score of 5-under-par 279, necessitating a playoff to determine the champion.
After both players saved par on the first playoff hole, Kuwaki secured the victory on the second hole by saving par while Henseleit recorded a bogey. This win marks the first major championship of 23-year-old Kuwaki’s career, earning her a prize of 1.5 million USD. Henseleit finished as the runner-up, receiving 994,669 USD.
For fans and residents following Thai sports, Atthaya Thitikul delivered a notable performance, finishing the tournament in fourth place.
This event highlights the high level of competition in international women’s golf, where Thai athletes continue to maintain a strong presence on the global stage. While the tournament results are finalized, observers may look forward to how these rankings influence the upcoming LPGA Tour standings. No further updates regarding the players' immediate schedules have been confirmed at this time.
Translated from Thai.
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