Filipino-Japanese professional golfer who became the youngest US Women's Open winner in 2021 at age 19, later switching nationality to Japan in 2022.
Yuka Saso is a Filipino-Japanese golfer who won the 2021 US Women's Open as a Filipino before switching allegiance to Japan. She successfully defended her US Open title in 2022 as a Japanese citizen, becoming a two-time US Women's Open champion. Her extraordinary run at America's national championship made her one of the most decorated young golfers in women's golf. Saso's switch in national allegiance from the Philippines to Japan ahead of her second US Women's Open title made her a uniquely decorated figure in both countries' golfing histories, and she continued competing on the LPGA Tour as one of its most accomplished young major champions.
Youngest US Women's Open champion since 2014
How They Played
Long driver with strong putting
Lasting Impact
First Filipino to win a major championship
Career Honours
- US Women's Open (2021)
- Augusta National Women's Amateur (2020)