Brooke Henderson, the most accomplished star in Canadian golf history, won her second CPKC Women’s Open title on Sunday. This win is a stunning return to her career! The 25-year-old from Smith Falls, Ontario, pulled off an incredible upset win at Mississaugua Golf and Country Club. She won in style with a record total of 15-under 269. This victory presages her victorious return to form. It’s a bittersweet victory. It marks the end of a painful stretch for her—her first victory in more than two and a half years.
The sixth and final round featured a nail-biting duel for glory between Henderson and her fellow Canuck and playing partner Minjee Lee. In the end, Henderson triumphed, winning in a thrilling finish by a single stroke. She had just incredible poise and skill throughout her round. With a 4-under 68, she rocketed up the leaderboard.
Henderson’s turning point came on the par-3 14th hole. In the most exciting moment of the round, she made a huge 6-foot birdie putt to gain sole possession of the lead! This game-winning play cemented her reputation to deliver in the clutch and fierce competitive spirit.
This victory at the CPKC Women’s Open is Henderson’s 14th LPGA Tour victory, and her first since January of this year. Her last win in this prestigious tournament came in 2018 when she won the title at Wascana in Saskatchewan.
Henderson’s path to the top of professional golf has truly been an inspiring tale of determination and devotion. After a challenging stretch without a win, this latest triumph boosts her confidence and reaffirms her status as one of Canada’s leading athletes in the sport.
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