Hannah Green Secures One-Shot Victory at HSBC Women's World Championship with 274 Total

Hannah Green carded a final-round 69 to finish at 14-under-par, edging out Auston Kim by a single stroke to claim the title at Sentosa Golf Club.

Hannah Green concluded the HSBC Women's World Championship with a four-day aggregate of 14-under-par 274 to secure a one-stroke victory at Sentosa Golf Club. The Australian professional signed for a final-round 69 on the par-72 layout, a score anchored by three birdies on the inward half. Despite recording three bogeys during that same stretch, Green maintained her position at the summit of the leaderboard. She officially finalized the win by tapping in for a bogey on the 72nd hole, ensuring her total remained one clear of the nearest challenger.

Auston Kim mounted a significant charge during Sunday’s play, matching the day's lowest score with a 5-under-par 67. Her scorecard featured an eagle and six birdies, propelling her to a cumulative 13-under 275. However, the American’s pursuit was hampered by dropped shots at the second hole and the par-3 15th. This performance earned Kim solo second place, finishing just short of forcing a playoff against the 2019 Women's PGA Championship winner. The narrow margin highlighted the impact of the two bogeys recorded during her final 18 holes of competition.

Minjee Lee, who entered the final round sharing the lead with Green, posted an even-par 72 to finish in a tie for third. Her round consisted of three birdies balanced by three bogeys, leaving her at a total of 11-under 277. Joining Lee at that mark were Angel Yin, who carded a 71, and Pauline Roussin-Bouchard. The French golfer moved up the standings on Sunday by firing a 4-under 68, which included a clean card for much of the afternoon. These three players finished three strokes adrift of the winning mark established by Green.

Defending champion Lydia Ko ended her title defense with a final-round 72, resulting in a 1-under 287 total. This score placed her in a tie for 30th position within the 72-player field. World number one Jeeno Thitikul finished one stroke behind Ko at 2-under 286 following a closing 73. Thitikul, coming off a victory in Thailand the previous week, struggled to find momentum at Sentosa, eventually settling for a share of 31st place. The no-cut format ensured all participants completed 72 holes of stroke play across the four-day event.

The tournament served as the second leg of the LPGA’s three-event Asian swing. Following the conclusion of play in Singapore, the tour schedule shifts to Hainan Island, China, for the final stop of this regional stretch. Green’s victory marks her second triumph at this specific venue, reinforcing her success on the Tanjong Course. The scoring conditions on Sunday saw a mix of aggressive play and late-round volatility, particularly among the final pairings who battled fluctuating winds and firm greens.

Statistical analysis of the final round reveals that Green’s ability to convert birdie opportunities on the back nine was the deciding factor. While she surrendered three shots to par after the turn, her early consistency provided the necessary cushion to withstand Kim’s late eagle. Roussin-Bouchard’s 68 stood out as one of the most stable rounds of the day, featuring fewer errors than the players immediately surrounding her on the leaderboard. Yin remained in contention throughout the afternoon but was unable to find the additional birdies required to bridge the gap to 14-under.

Sentosa Golf Club’s par-3 15th hole played a pivotal role in the outcome, as Kim’s bogey there halted a run of scoring that had briefly threatened the lead. Green’s strategic play on the par-5 holes allowed her to maintain a scoring average that kept her ahead of the field’s 71.4 stroke average for the final day. The Australian’s total of 274 was composed of rounds of 67, 69, 69, and 69, demonstrating a high level of consistency over the 7,000-yard setup. This win adds another trophy to her career tally, which includes multiple major championships and international titles.

As the field prepares for the transition to China, the focus remains on the parity displayed at the top of the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings. The top five finishers represented four different nations, showcasing the global depth of the current LPGA roster. Green’s performance in Singapore moves her up the season-long points standings, positioning her as a primary contender for upcoming events. The 2025 edition of the HSBC Women's World Championship concluded with a total prize purse distribution that reflected the elite status of this limited-field tournament.