Ryu Hae Ran's name is etched into history as one of the all-time greats of women's golf, after securing back-to-back major championships with an electrifying playoff victory at the Evian Championship. The South Korean superstar sent shockwaves through the sport by claiming her second major title in just three weeks – a feat that will leave fans and rivals alike buzzing for days.
The stage was set for drama as both Ryu and Canada's Brooke Henderson finished on 19-under par, with the two golfers locked in a fierce battle to the very end. The final round was a rollercoaster ride of twists and turns, with Henderson producing a jaw-dropping seven-under 64 that saw her snatch the lead from under Ryu's nose. A trio of eagles, including an audacious hole-in-one on the 8th hole and a crucial eagle on the 18th, left Ryder Cup fans gasping in awe – but it was not enough to deny Ryu.
As the two golfers headed back to the 18th hole for the decider, the tension was palpable. Henderson's drive pulled left, forcing her to play it safe and ultimately card a par. Ryu, who had already etched her name into the record books with a scintillating 60 on Saturday, seized the opportunity, calmly rolling in a three-foot birdie putt that sealed her second major title and shattered Henderson's dreams of a third.
Ryu's consecutive victories have sent shockwaves through the women's golf world, creating history as multiple double major winners are crowned in the same year. World number one Nelly Korda had already set the bar high with two majors under her belt – but Ryu's rapid ascent has catapulted her into the elite ranks of the sport.
Ryu was visibly overcome with emotion after the win, saying "I didn't have a major championship before these three weeks... now two in a row. I am so happy, I just can't believe it." Her words capture the sheer magnitude of her achievement – and serve as a testament to her unwavering dedication and unrelenting passion for golf.