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Monday, Aug 26

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Transgender golfer Hailey Davidson competing on women’s tour ‘unfair’, says former LPGA Tour pro

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A Scotland-born transgender golfer has come through qualifying to stand only two steps from becoming a member of the LPGA Tour, a scenario that one former professional on the women’s biggest circuit has labelled “unfair”.

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McMyler Advances to LPGA Qualifying Stage

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Following four impressive rounds at the Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage, California at the LPGA Pre-Qualifying Stage, former Duke women's golf All-American Emma McMyler advanced to the Qualifying Stage of the LPGA Qualifying…

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Transgender golfer Hailey Davidson is slammed by former LPGA player Amy Olson as she competes at Q School

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Davidson booked her spot in the next round of the tour's Q School after finishing tied for 42nd at Rancho Mirage in California at the weekend. But her inclusion has faced backlash.

Transgender golfer moves closer to LPGA spot as outrage grows: ‘Unfair’

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Former LPGA Tour golfer Amy Olson called Hailey Davidson’s inclusion in the women’s side of the sport "unfair" as the transgender female attempts to make the tour.

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Former LPGA Tour golfer Amy Olson calls trans player's Q School participation 'unfair'

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Former LPGA Tour golfer Amy Olson called out Hailey Davidson's inclusion in the women's game on Sunday as Davidson moved to the next stage of Q School.

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Lydia Ko wins 2024 Women’s British Open, marking third career LPGA Major

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New Zealand golfer Lydia Ko won the AIG Women’s Open Championship at St. Andrews on Sunday, finishing with a score of seven-under. Ko’s latest achievement comes shortly after she earned Olympic Gold at the 2024 Paris Summer

Sara Byrne qualifies for next stage of LPGA Qualifying School in California

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Sara Byrne kicked off a big week for Irish women’s golf in California last night by qualifying for the next stage of the LPGA Qualifying School.

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Transgender golfer Hailey Davidson makes cut for next Q School stage, vies for LPGA Tour card

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Transgender golfer Hailey Davison, who was banned from one women's golf tour earlier this year, has advanced to the next stage of LPGA Tour Q School

Sunday, Aug 25

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Nelly Korda wins Rolex ANNIKA Major Award as LPGA's best at majors in 2024

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After earning a T-2 finish Sunday at the 2024 AIG Women’s Open, Nelly Korda won the 2024 Rolex ANNIKA Major Award. Earning her 12th career top-10 finish in a major championship, Korda becomes the third American to win the award since its…

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Women's British Open 2024: Lydia Ko Tops Leaderboard to Win 3rd Career LPGA Major

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Lydia Ko is having quite the month. The New Zealand golfer took home the victory at the AIG Women's Open Championship at St. Andrews on Sunday, finishing with…

2024 AIG Women's British Open prize money payouts for each LPGA player at St. Andrews

golfweek.usatoday.com

The newly-minted LPGA Hall of Famer was dominant down the stretch Sunday, capturing her third major title at the 2024 AIG Women’s Open at St. Andrews. Ko won by two shots over World No. 1 Nelly Korda, No. 2 Lilia Vu and No. 6 Ruoning Yin…

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LPGA major winner shockingly announces retirement, fights back tears at AIG Women’s Open

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In Kyung Kim holds the trophy after winning the 2017 Women’s Open at Kingsbarns Golf Links. | Photo by David Cannon/Getty Images

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Photos: LPGA's IK Kim announces retirement at St. Andrews

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ST. ANDREWS, Scotland — IK Kim, the second player to retire this week at St. Andrews, kept the news to herself until the night before the final round. The 36-year-old called her parents, her coaches, and her best friend to let them know…

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Is Lilia Vu Vietnamese? Ethnic Background, Nationality & Other Details About LPGA Star Revealed

After losing her LPGA Tour card in 2019, Lilia Vu spent two hard years on the Epson Tour to make a comeback to the professional circuit and fulfill her dream of becoming the best female golfer. But her journey was not easy at all, and…

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Why did Jiyai Shin Gave Up Her LPGA Dreams a Decade Ago? Korean Star’s Emotions Behind ‘Great Decision’ Explored

Jiyai Shin was a force to be reckoned with when she joined the LPGA Tour in 2009. The 36-year-old pro already dominated the Korean greens when she made her entry into the LPGA Tour. And on the American circuit, she further proved to be a…

Saturday, Aug 24

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Does 20-YO Lottie Woad Have an LPGA Tour Card?

20-year-old Lottie Woad is a revelation. Her performances in the women’s majors this year have put the spotlight on the young Briton and raised the question of where this young and seemingly developed golfer has come from and whether she…

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Sports News | Avani Prashanth Well-placed at LPGA Pre-qualifiers

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Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Indian golfer Avani Prashanth shot a fine three-under 69 to be placed Tied-24th after the first round at the LPGA Q-Series Pre-Qualifying Stage tournament here.

Friday, Aug 23

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Photos: As she heads to retirement, here's LPGA star Catriona Matthew through the years

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Matthew is the winningest Scottish player to ever compete on the LPGA.

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Nelly Korda’s WITB at the AIG Women’s Open 2024: LPGA Pro’s Golfing Gear Revealed

Good equipment is like your friend on the competitive greens, and it seems like the world’s No. 1 Nelly Korda understands that. The TaylorMade-sponsored golfer is taking the golf world by storm! Her bag for the 2024 AIG Women’s Open is…

Meet Mao Saigo: Japanese LPGA Star’s Career, Endorsements, Personal Life, & More Explored

“Where there is a will, there is a way.” We’re sure you have heard of this saying, but this one golfer in women’s golf has proved it. Born and brought up in Japan, Mao Saigo could only imagine being able to play on the LPGA Tour, but now…