Lydia Ko’s Triumphant Return to Major Glory at St. Andrews

A Summer to Remember

Ko’s victory at St. Andrews caps off an incredible summer for the New Zealand native. Just two weeks prior, she had secured the gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, completing her set of Olympic medals and cementing her place in the LPGA Hall of Fame. Now, with her triumph at the home of golf, Ko has added another prestigious trophy to her already impressive collection.

The Final Round Drama

The final round of the Women’s British Open was a nail-biter, with Ko emerging victorious from a tight pack of world-class talent. Playing in challenging conditions that included cold, wind, and rain before giving way to sunshine, Ko demonstrated her mental toughness and shot-making ability.Ko’s final round of 3-under 69 was highlighted by a clutch birdie on the famous 18th hole, bringing her total to 7-under for the tournament. Her closest competitors, including world number one Nelly Korda and defending champion Lilia Vu, fell short in their attempts to catch her.

A Return to Major Form

This victory marks Ko’s first major title in eight years, with her last coming at the 2016 ANA Inspiration. At just 27 years old, Ko has now joined an elite group of golfers who have won majors at St. Andrews, alongside legends like Lorena Ochoa and Stacy Lewis.