NO MORE DOUBT FOR YANG AFTER 17 YEARS

Korean, 34, at loss for words after winning her first Major title despite late struggles

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South Korea’s Amy Yang ended a creeping doubt by capturing her long-awaited first Major title on June 23, hanging on late for a three-stroke victory at the Women’s PGA Championship in her 75th Major start.

She fired a level-par 72 to stand on seven-under 281 after 72 holes at Sahalee Country Club in Sammamish, Washington.

Despite some late struggles, that was enough to claim the US$1.56 million (S$2.1 million) top prize. Compatriot Ko Jin-young, Japan’s Miyu Yamashita and American Lilia Vu shared second on 284.

“I’m at a loss for words right now,” Yang said. “All four rounds it was tough out there, but I did my best.”

Vu added: “I know she’s a really solid player and knows how to win. Obviously it’s working for her and she’s played so well, so congrats to her.”

World No. 25 Yang, who had 21 top-10 Major finishes without a victory, won her first Major in her 17th LPGA Tour season at age 34.