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Haeran Ryu Sets LPGA Major Scoring Record with 60 at the Evian Championship
7/12/2026, 12:40:00 AM
Record-Breaking Performance
South Korean golfer Haeran Ryu posted an 11-under-par 60 in the third round of the Evian Championship at Evian-les-Bains, France, establishing a new low-round record for an LPGA major. The round featured nine birdies and an eagle on the par-4 sixth hole, giving Ryu a three-stroke lead at 18-under 194 heading into the final day. Ryu’s score eclipsed the previous major best of 61, recorded by Leona Maguire, Jeongeun Lee6, and Hyo Joo Kim at the same tournament.
Background & Prior Records
Since the Evian Championship became an LPGA major in 2013, the lowest round had been 61, first set by Kim in 2014 and later matched in 2021 by Maguire and Lee6. In men’s majors, the lowest round stands at 62, achieved by four players including Branden Grace (2017) and Xander Schauffele (2023). Ryu entered the event after winning her first major at the Women’s PGA Championship in late June, making her the first player this season to capture two majors within three weeks.
Key Competitors
Japan’s Aki Iwai, who carded a 65, remains the closest challenger, three strokes behind. Brooke Henderson (Canada) and Mao Saigo (Japan) are tied for third, seven strokes back. Other notable finishers include Casandra Alexander (South Africa) with a 63 and Jeeno Thitikul (Thailand) at 67.
Official Reactions
Ryu expressed surprise at her achievement:
> “But after the putt and I counted my score with my caddie, ‘Oh my God, it’s 11-under par today. It was so amazing.’” — Haeran Ryu, player
She added detail about the challenging sixth hole:
> “That hole is a little tricky because little narrow and the green is little hilly. So that’s why I just want to make par on that hole.” — Ryu
Iwai, seeking redemption after missing the cut the previous year, said:
> “Last year I missed the cut, and so I want revenge. Really optimistic tomorrow. I just keep going.” — Aki Iwai, player
Ryu also noted she was unaware of the historic score until after the round:
> “I don’t (count) my score on the green today, so that’s why I don’t know on the hole 18. But after the putt and I counted my score with my caddie… I’m so happy right now.” — Ryu
What’s Next
Ryu will attempt to secure a second consecutive major victory on Sunday, while Iwai aims to close the three-stroke gap in the tournament’s final round.
