Ruoning Yin clinched a dramatic victory on the final hole of the LPGA Tour's FM Championship, delivering a chip-in that vaulted her into a one‑stroke lead heading into the tournament's concluding round. The decisive shot came from just off the 18th green, following a 20‑foot birdie on the par‑three 16th, allowing Yin to finish a four‑under 68 and sit at 12 under par at TPC Boston.
The five‑time winner now enjoys a narrow margin over South Korean teammates Sei Young Kim and Hyo Joo Kim, while Somi Lee trails by three strokes, joined by American Jenny Bae further back. "My swing feels solid, my putting is on point, and every facet of my game is clicking," Yin said confidently. "I'll stick to my own style and won’t shy away from aggression when the moment calls for it." This event marks the final LPGA stop before the Solheim Cup, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports from September 11‑13.
Team USA’s Lauren Coughlin, Allisen Corpuz and Lindy Duncan all sit at seven under heading into the last day, hoping to carry momentum into the international showdown. Mid‑tournament leader Miyu Yamashita fell back with a 75, slipping six strokes off the pace after her nine‑stroke triumph in Canada the previous Sunday.
England's top‑ranked representative, Lottie Woad, sits five under after a solid 70 in the third round. Meanwhile, world‑number‑one Nelly Korda is tied for 49th following her third consecutive round of 72, just a shot behind Charley Hull.
European captain Anna Nordqvist, who is preparing for retirement from the LPGA Tour, stands at one over par in what will be her final appearance on the circuit. In related news, the KPMG Women’s Irish Open saw South African Casandra Alexander seize a three‑stroke advantage heading into the final round, after a strong performance by home‑grown talent Leona Maguire. Alexander posted a three‑under 69 on a rain‑soaked day at The K Club, where play was paused for 45 minutes due to adverse weather.
Her score moved her to 18 under, putting her in prime position for a possible wire‑to‑wire victory. Ranked 38th globally, Alexander has finished runner‑up five times this season and now has her sights set on a second Ladies European Tour title. Her nearest competitor, Sara Kouskova, posted a flawless bogey‑free 67, keeping the chase alive. "The conditions were slow and the rain made it challenging both on and off the course," Alexander remarked.
"I had a few lip‑outs, but overall it was a good round. I’m still leading going into Sunday, so I have no complaints." Sweden’s rising star Kajsa Arwefjall matched the tournament's round‑of‑the‑week with an impressive nine‑under 63, catapulting her to fourth place at 13 under. Fellow Swedes Corinne Viden and Louise Rydqvist trailed closely behind. Maguire also carded a 63, tying Arwefjall and boosting herself into a share of sixth place.
"I sensed there was a low score out there today," Maguire explained. "I didn’t necessarily play better than yesterday; I just sank a few more putts and hit my approach shots a touch closer. I still think I left a couple of opportunities on the table, but it was a pleasant moving day." Both tournaments will conclude on Sunday, with live coverage of the final rounds available on Sky Sports.
Viewers can also explore the latest Sky Sports offers or stream the action without a contract via NOW. The FM Championship and the Irish Open provide a compelling showcase of talent ahead of the Solheim Cup, highlighting the depth and excitement of women's professional golf across both the LPGA and Ladies European Tours.