Miyu Yamashita etched her name in the record books by matching the LPGA Tour's lowest 72‑hole total, delivering a stunning nine‑stroke triumph at the CPKC Women’s Open in Edmonton. The Japanese phenom sealed her win with a closing birdie on Sunday, posting a four‑under 66 in the final round to finish the tournament at 23 under par, a cumulative 257 strokes over four days. This performance not only secured a wire‑to‑wire victory but also placed her alongside the only other player to have posted a 257 total – Sei Young Kim, who achieved the same score at the 2018 Thornberry Creek LPGA Classic in Wisconsin while finishing 31 under par. Yamashita’s dominance was evident from the outset.
After opening the tournament with a course‑record 62 on Thursday, she held a one‑stroke lead heading into Friday. She extended that advantage with a 64 on the second day, creating a five‑stroke cushion, and followed with a 65 on Saturday, further widening the gap to six strokes as she entered the final round at Royal Mayfair. In the concluding round, Yamashita’s relentless play pushed her margin to nine strokes, setting a new tournament record for the Canadian national championship and surpassing Jin Young Ko’s previous benchmark of 262 set in 2019 at Magna in Aurora, Ontario.
The victory adds a fifth LPGA Tour title to Yamashita’s résumé, each earned in a different country, underscoring her global competitiveness. Earlier in June, she captured the Meijer LPGA Classic in the United States, and she previously claimed her first major at the AIG Women’s Open in Wales.
In addition, she secured the Maybank Championship in Malaysia last year. Domestically, she boasts 13 wins on the Japan LPGA Tour, reflecting a career that seamlessly bridges success at home and abroad.
Joining Yamashita on the leaderboard was fellow Japanese golfer Yuri Yoshida, who finished second at 14 under par after posting a solid 69 in the final round. Sei Young Kim, the 2018 record‑holder, trailed by a single stroke with a closing 67.
The tournament also highlighted emerging talent: 17‑year‑old Canadian Anna Huang posted a commendable 65 in the final round, tying for fourth place at 12 under. Sixteen‑year‑old amateur Aphrodite Deng, the 2025 U.S.
Girls’ Junior champion, recorded a 67 on Sunday to finish tied for seventh at 11 under, showcasing her potential on the professional stage. Two‑time LPGA winner Brooke Henderson ended the event at seven under after a 70 in the final round, while world No.
1 Nelly Korda carded a 69 to finish at five under. The tournament also served as a qualifier for the upcoming Solheim Cup, with Allisen Corpuz, Andrea Lee, and Alison Lee earning spots for the United States team. US captain Angela Stanford is slated to announce her remaining three selections on Monday, August 24, as the competition builds toward the September 11‑13 showdown, where Team Europe will seek to reclaim the trophy.
Beyond the on‑course drama, the event highlighted the growing accessibility of golf media. Viewers were encouraged to use Chrome for an optimized video player experience, and fans could stream the action through platforms like NOW and Sky Sports Golf.
The coverage also featured podcasts and live schedules, ensuring that enthusiasts could follow the tournament and related events, such as the Solheim Cup, across multiple channels. The CPKC Women’s Open victory not only cements Yamashita’s status as a rising star on the LPGA Tour but also illustrates the increasing international depth of women’s golf.
Her ability to dominate across continents, adapt to varying course conditions, and perform under pressure signals a promising future, potentially positioning her as a perennial contender in major championships and a key figure in upcoming team events like the Solheim Cup. As the LPGA continues to expand its global footprint, performances like Yamashata’s inspire both established players and the next generation, reinforcing the sport’s appeal and competitive spirit worldwide.