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Yamashita wins Meijer LPGA Classic playoff after Woad lips out 3-footer in regulation
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Miyu Yamashita got into a playoff Sunday in the Meijer LPGA Classic when Lottie Woad's 3-foot par try lipped out to close regulation, then won with a 3-footer of her own on the first extra hole.Five strokes behind third-round leader Jing Yan and four back of Woad going into the day, Yamashita sho...
Key takeaway Five strokes behind third-round leader Jing Yan and four back of Woad going into the day, Yamashita sho...
Why this matters in Tomball News
Tomball residents who follow women's golf may be interested to know that the Meijer LPGA Classic, where Miyu Yamashita recently won in a playoff, is one of the many tournaments that top female golfers compete in throughout the year. As the City of Homes, Tomball has its own community of golf enthusiasts who may be inspired by Yamashita's victory. The Tomball Independent School District may also have its own golf programs that could benefit from the exposure of professional women's golf. With the major KPMG Women's PGA Championship coming up, local golf fans can look forward to watching more exciting tournaments and possibly even drawing inspiration from the skills and mental toughness of players like Yamashita. The city's own golf courses and country clubs may also see an increase in interest and participation from residents, especially young girls and women, who can look up to role models like Yamashita and other LPGA players.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Miyu Yamashita got into a playoff Sunday in the Meijer LPGA Classic when Lottie Woad's 3-foot par try lipped out to close regulation, then won with a 3-footer of her own on the first extra hole.Five strokes behind third-round leader Jing Yan and four back of Woad going into the day, Yamashita sho...
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