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Anna Huang Wins PIF London Championship

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Anna Huang, 17, secured her fourth Ladies' European Tour (LET) victory at the PIF London Championship, edging out Charley Hull in a dramatic finish. Huang’s final 20 under marked her fourth LET win, while Hull, chasing her 10th professional title, lost a one-shot lead with a double bogey on the 17th hole. Despite Hull’s earlier dominance—including an 11-under 62 that tied LET history—Huang’s eagle on the final hole sealed her victory by two shots.

Huang described the win as "the most thrilling round of golf of my life," expressing shock at her performance. Hull, praised for her resilience, acknowledged the pressure of the final holes: "Anything can happen in golf." Huang’s consistency shone, with birdies on five holes and a crucial putt on the last. Hull, who birdied the final hole for a 69, finished third, two shots behind Singapore’s Shannon Tan.

The tournament at Centurion Club near St Albans saw Huang lead after a six-under 67 opening round. Hull surged with an 11-under 62 on Friday but faltered late. Huang’s best round was an eight-under 65 on Saturday. The win marked Huang’s fourth LET title, while Hull aimed for her sixth. Other notable finishes included Thailand’s Patty Tavatanakit (15 under) and England’s Alistair Hewson (-12).

Huang’s victory highlights her rising prominence in women’s golf. Hull remains a formidable competitor, having matched LET records. The event underscored the unpredictability of golf, with Huang’s late eagle proving decisive.