Paula Martin Sampedro wins the 122nd Women’s Amateur Championship – Golf News
Spain’s Paula Martin Sampedro won a engaging match against Farah O’Keefe in Nairn, winning the 122nd Women’s Amateur Championship.
Martin Sampedro won with a narrow 2 and 1 assists with a truly fascinating duel to the highest standards, becoming the sixth Spanish champion and the first since Azahara Muñoz in 2009.
In addition to engraving his name on a huge honor, the 19-year-old from Madrid also won positions in the Amundi Evian Championship and the AIG Women’s Open later this summer, as well as the Chevron Championship and the 2026 U.S. Women’s Open.
Traditionally, Martin Sampedro will also be invited to attend next year’s Augusta National Women’s Amateurs and will have the opportunity to take part in the Women’s European Tour.
The successful trophy is worth it. Martin Sampedro ranked 12thTh In the world, Amateur Golf Ranking® (WAGR®) is 8 below par on 35 holes, which allows her to avoid O’Keefe’s vibrant challenge. This is a game, a great commercial for women’s amateur golf and provides a scene for many viewers.
O’Keefe and Martin Sampedro were the last two players from 144 starting fields representing more than 30 countries, making quick strides on a pleasant morning on the Morey Coast.
On the six holes of the opening ceremony, O’Keefe, 20-year-old ranked eighth in the world, Martin Sampedro traded six birdies in the rear and early onwards, setting the tone for an amazing game. In a fascinating morning meeting, both players showed class, control and craftsmanship.
Martin SampedroTh The quality of the quarrel is emphasized. The moment Martin Sampedro escaped from the bunker, in a hole, her escape was sublime when she splashed within a foot of the hole. O’Keefe’s fashion responded and rolled in a 15-foot birdie putt, totally powered to drag itself back all over the place.
Afternoon round
Before the afternoon round, the finalists are sent to 1Yingshi Tee and Martin Sampedro did not hesitate to hit the treble as a clever chip from the green side, skimming through the hole. O’Keefe stumbled upon the first bogey of the day, while the Spaniard was one.
However, her advantage is fleeting and takes three to free herself from the 21-year-old bunkerYingshi – This will lead to her only 35 holes of banishment – O’Keeffe restored equality.
The game is still fun, but Martin SampedroTh Then came out of the next 15-foot birdie putt and went into the lead of two holes.
O’Keefe was only five out of five in the semifinal yesterday and she was determined again to show her determination in the 27-year-old birdieTh Reduced room for space.
A great No. 5 iron sends 5 iron into 28Th After resting within a few feet, O’Keefe’s outstanding eagle tied up the game again after Martin Sampedro birdies.
More twists and turns will come. Uphill 31YingshiO’Keefe saw two ways to roll down the slope, and despite limiting bogey damage, Martin Sampedro advanced on par. O’KeefeND Martin Sampedro improved her strengths and stood out.
O’Keefe has a glorious opportunity to be at 33road But another short putt fell and Martin Sampedro moved to the forefront of victory. Successfully sealed on 35Th With the Spaniard calmly eliminating one of the most prestigious champions in the women’s amateur competition.
R&A once again provides live streams of quarter-finals, semi-finals and finals (plus highlights) on www.randa.tv and R&A’s YouTube channel, and airs reports of Sky Sports in the UK.
Founded in 1887, Nairn is one of nine courses for the Walker Cup, Curtis Cup, amateurs and women’s amateurs. It only played out for the second time for the female amateur, with previous occasions prevailing in 1979 by Maureen Madill of Northern Ireland.
For the final score of the Women’s Amateur Championship, visit www.randa.org
Muirfield will receive 123road Women’s Amateur Champion from June 22 to 27, 2026.
