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Maja Stark secures U.S. Women's Open title, clinching initial career major victory.

Maja Stark secures victory at the U.S. Women's Open, outperforming top-ranked Nelly Korda and Japan's Rio Takeda by a margin of two strokes with a closing round score of 72.

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Maja Stark secures victory at the U.S. Women's Open, outperforming Nelly Korda and Rio Takeda by a...
Maja Stark secures victory at the U.S. Women's Open, outperforming Nelly Korda and Rio Takeda by a margin of two strokes with a score of 72 in the final round.

Maja Stark secures U.S. Women's Open title, clinching initial career major victory.

Winning the U.S. Women's Open, Maja Stark Smashes Records and Claims Her Spot Among the Elite

ERIN, WIS — Maja Stark, the 25-year-old Swedish prodigy, claimed her first major championship at the 2025 U.S. Women's Open with a steady performance across the week. Her evenspar 72 on Sunday wrapped up a seven-under 281 total, placing her two strokes ahead of Nelly Korda and Rio Takeda.

In a moving victory, Stark pocketed a whopping $2.4 million prize, making it the biggest payday of her career. The Swede became only the sixth woman from her country to win a women's major, and the first since Anna Nordqvist was crowned champion at the 2021 Women's British Open. Remarkably, Stark also became the first Swedish golfer to win the U.S. Women's Open since Annika Sorenstam achieved the feat in 2006.

With these milestones under her belt, Stark has undeniably proven herself to be a force to be reckoned with in the world of women's golf.

Scores Meeting Head-to-Head

As Stark's dominance unfolded, the competition remained stiff, with Korda closing the tournament with a 71, while Takeda settled for a 72. The leaderboard was further tightened by a group of golfers, including Hye-Jin Choi, Ruoning Yin, Mao Saigo, Hailee Cooper, and Hinako Shibuno, all tying for fourth at four under.

Just like Stark, Korda remains a strong contender in the world of women's golf, maintaining her #1 world ranking after the competition. Meanwhile, Takeda's impressive performance only serves to solidify her standing as a threat on the world stage.

Contending at the Memorial and the Future of Golf

In a different corner of the golfing world, Scottie Scheffler made another statement, winning the Memorial for the second year in a row. Scheffler, who overcame a hand injury earlier this year, continues to impress with his relentless performance and talented play. Having already secured one major championship, the U.S. Open is next on his list of aspirations.

Ben Griffin tried to make a stir at the finish line, closing within two shots of Scheffler with two holes to play, but Scheffler's unwavering discipline and focus paid off. The 25-year-old star extended his lead and walked away with a four-shot victory, further solidifying his position as a top competitor.

On the Horizon

Following Stark's triumph at the U.S. Women's Open, the world of golf eagerly awaits the unfolding of future tournaments and titanic showdowns between the sport's elite players. With updated world rankings and continued performances from the top golfers, the golfing world is set for a series of thrilling encounters that will undoubtedly redefine the sport's landscape.

Tiger Woods' Son Charlie Soars to Victory Over Top-Ranked Juniors

Meanwhile, far from the spotlight, Tiger Woods' son Charlie has been breaking records of his own. The young golfer made his mark in the AJGA Team TaylorMade Invitational, besting several of the top-ranked U.S. junior golfers to secure his first-ever tournament win.

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  1. Maja Stark's victory at the U.S. Women's Open isn't the only sports achievement in California, as Tiger Woods' son Charlie recently dominated top-ranked juniors in the AJGA Team TaylorMade Invitational.
  2. In a different stadium, the Los Angeles Dodgers showcased their world-class form, reminding the baseball community of their reigning dominance with a resounding victory over the New York Yankees.
  3. Aspiring to follow in his father's footsteps, Tiger Woods' son Charlie's success in golf mirrors Maja Stark's impressive performance, now a force to be reckoned with in the world of women's golf.
  4. Meanwhile, UCLA Bruins' heart-wrenching loss in the Women's College World Series season-ending game adds another chapter to the rich sports history of California, which also includes UCLA and the Dodgers. Additionally, the world of golf awaits the unfolding of future tournaments, perhaps even featuring California's own Stark and Woods' son, Charlie.

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