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Ryu Fires 60, Sets Major Record, Leads Evian Championship

7/11/2026

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Summary

Story summary

South Korean golfer Haeran Ryu posted an 11-under 60 at the Evian Championship, setting the all-time low for any major.
The round gave her a three-shot lead heading into the final round.
She realized the historic score only after counting the holes with her caddie on the 18th green.
Ryu will defend her lead on Sunday.
Aki Iwai is three strokes behind Ryu.

History

Historical Context

In 2001 Annika Sörenstam posted the only 59 (-13) on the LPGA Tour at the Standard Register PING, the first sub-60 round and a catalyst for worldwide interest. In 2024 Ryu Haeran’s 60 at the Evian Championship mirrors that breakthrough, underscoring South Korea’s dominance and spurring the Korea Golf Association to boost junior development.

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Story summary

South Korean golfer Haeran Ryu posted an 11-under 60 at the Evian Championship, setting the all-time low for any major.
The round gave her a three-shot lead heading into the final round.
She realized the historic score only after counting the holes with her caddie on the 18th green.
Ryu will defend her lead on Sunday.
Aki Iwai is three strokes behind Ryu.

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