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Yuri Yoshida is the latest LPGA winner in a golden era for Japanese women's golf

Yuri Yoshida claimed her maiden championship on the LPGA circuit after executing a brilliant approach shot during the BMW Ladies Championship. Her triumph marks the fifth debut winner overall this season and the third from Japan, contributing to a dominant stretch of play by athletes from that country over recent major and regular events.

Meanwhile, Sean Crocker produced a remarkable back nine performance at the Genesis Championship to secure his full European tour card.

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