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Shiho Kuwaki Wins Women’s British Open 2026

8/3/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Shiho Kuwaki won the Women’s British Open in Lytham St. Annes on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026.
After her victory, Kuwaki kissed the trophy, posed for media and celebrated with her caddie.
The tournament ran from July 30 to Aug. 2, 2026 and featured players from Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Germany, the United States and England.
Spectators waved England flags during the third round on Aug. 1, 2026 while tees piled up at driving range.

History

Historical Context

Hinako Shibuno won the 2019 Women’s British Open— the 43rd edition at Woburn with a 270 (-18) score— and Shiho Kuwaki echoed her triumph at the 2026 event in Royal Lytham. Their back-to-back Japanese victories prompted the R&A and England Golf to expand youth outreach, while the Japan Golf Association noted a 30 % rise in female participation in 2019.

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Story summary

Shiho Kuwaki won the Women’s British Open in Lytham St. Annes on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026.
After her victory, Kuwaki kissed the trophy, posed for media and celebrated with her caddie.
The tournament ran from July 30 to Aug. 2, 2026 and featured players from Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Germany, the United States and England.
Spectators waved England flags during the third round on Aug. 1, 2026 while tees piled up at driving range.

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