The Buick LPGA Shanghai tournament in Shanghai unfolds with an exciting showdown. Japanese golfer Minami Katsu has the chance to become the 27th unique winner of the LPGA season, setting a new record. However, the competition promises to be intense, as she faces stars like Minjee Lee and world number one Atthaya Thitikul, who are determined to change the course of history.
This LPGA season has already seen 26 different champions in 25 tournaments, reflecting incredible diversity and a lack of a clear favorite. Against this backdrop, the successes of Nelly Korda stand out, who claimed seven victories last year but remains without significant achievements in 2025.
Heading into the final round on Sunday, Minami Katsu holds a two-stroke lead over Lee and Thitikul. Katsu is in superb form, finishing the round 11 under par with a score of 61. Her game could be career-defining if she joins the ranks of LPGA winners.
Minjee Lee and Atthaya Thitikul have already achieved success this season. Thitikul, the winner of the Mizuho Americas Open in May, recently secured two runner-up finishes, while Lee won her third major at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. The final promises to be a true test in the heat, where they will make every effort to prevent Katsu from making history.
Sunday in Shanghai is expected to bring intense competition: the two top LPGA players against Minami Katsu, who is aiming for her first victory and a historic achievement.
