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LPGA TOTO Japan Classic 2025 round 2 tee times and pairing explored

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Nasa Hataoka and Miyu Yamashita took the early lead at the LPGA Toto Japan Classic 2025 after shooting an impressive 7-under 65. Following Thursday’s action, the duo held a one-stroke lead over Jiyai Shin.

The second round of the LPGA Toto Japan Classic 2025 is set to begin on Friday, November 7, at 8:00 AM local time. Miranda Wang, Kana Nagai, and Lucy Li will start from the first tee, while Benedetta Moresco, Mitsuki Kobayashi, and Kotone Hori will tee off simultaneously from the tenth hole.

### TOTO Japan Classic 2025 – Round 2 Tee Times

Here’s a detailed look at the Round 2 tee times for the TOTO Japan Classic 2025:

#### Hole 1 Tee Times
– 8:00 AM: Miranda Wang (CHN), Kana Nagai (JPN), Lucy Li (USA)
– 8:11 AM: Saki Baba (JPN), Aihi Takano (JPN), Seonwoo Bae (KOR)
– 8:22 AM: Kano Nakamura (JPN), Nanako Inagaki (JPN), Yuna Araki (JPN)
– 8:33 AM: Saki Nagamine (JPN), Chia Yen Wu (TPE), Aline Krauter (GER)
– 8:44 AM: Asuka Kashiwabara (JPN), Yuka Yasuda (JPN), Arpichaya Yubol (THA)
– 8:55 AM: Paula Reto (RSA), Mi Jeong Jeon (KOR), Shuri Sakuma (JPN)
– 9:06 AM: Jeongeun Lee5 (KOR), Emily Kristine Pedersen (DEN), Nataliya Guseva (UNA)
– 9:17 AM: Shina Kanazawa (JPN), Kumkang Park (KOR), Dewi Weber (NED)
– 9:28 AM: Minjee Lee (AUS), Karen Tsuruoka (JPN), Saiki Fujita (JPN)
– 9:39 AM: Sayaka Takahashi (JPN), Patty Tavatanakit (THA), Ai Suzuki (JPN)
– 9:50 AM: Ayaka Watanabe (JPN), Nana Suganuma (JPN), Weiwei Zhang (CHN)
– 10:01 AM: Chisato Iwai (JPN), Akie Iwai (JPN), Minami Katsu (JPN)
– 10:12 AM: Nasa Hataoka (JPN), Miyu Yamashita (JPN), Jiyai Shin (KOR)

#### Hole 10 Tee Times
– 8:00 AM: Benedetta Moresco (ITA), Mitsuki Kobayashi (JPN), Kotone Hori (JPN)
– 8:11 AM: Robyn Choi (AUS), MinYoung Lee (KOR), Aditi Ashok (IND)
– 8:22 AM: Shiho Kuwaki (JPN), Eri Okayama (JPN), Julia Lopez Ramirez (ESP)
– 8:33 AM: Pajaree Anannarukarn (THA), Ayaka Furue (JPN), Somi Lee (KOR)
– 8:44 AM: Yuri Yoshida (JPN), Manon De Roey (BEL), Fuka Suga (JPN)
– 8:55 AM: Mary Liu (CHN), Yui Kawamoto (JPN), Haeji Kang (KOR)
– 9:06 AM: Ina Yoon (KOR), Gemma Dryburgh (SCO), Hibiki Iriya (JPN)
– 9:17 AM: Lala Anai (JPN), Celine Borge (NOR), Karis Davidson (AUS)
– 9:28 AM: Wei-Ling Hsu (TPE), Rio Takeda (JPN), Sora Kamiya (JPN)
– 9:39 AM: Gurleen Kaur (USA), Nana Yamashiro (JPN)
– 9:50 AM: Miyu Sato (JPN), Kristen Gillman (USA), Ayako Kimura (JPN)
– 10:01 AM: Serena Aoki (JPN), Pauline Roussin-Bouchard (FRA), Chanettee Wannasaen (THA)
– 10:12 AM: Ilhee Lee (KOR), Kotoko Uchida (JPN)

Stay tuned for more updates as the tournament progresses!
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Brennan wins at Black Desert on an invitation. Australia beats US to win International Crown

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Michael Brennan Dominates at Black Desert to Win Bank of Utah Championship

IVINS, Utah (AP) – Michael Brennan was just as dominant at Black Desert as he was on the PGA Tour Americas. He closed with a 5-under 66 to go from a sponsor exemption to a PGA Tour winner Sunday, securing a four-shot victory in the Bank of Utah Championship.

In his first PGA Tour start as a professional, Brennan became the first sponsor exemption to win since Nick Dunlap took The American Express in January 2024 as an amateur. The victory means Brennan, a 23-year-old Wake Forest standout, skips the Korn Ferry Tour next year and advances straight to the PGA Tour.

Brennan earned a two-year exemption on the PGA Tour, along with spots in the PGA Championship and the $20 million RBC Heritage. He was ranked No. 451 in the world when he left the South America portion of the PGA Tour Americas but had been dominant in Canada, with one win in Minnesota, winning three times in a four-tournament stretch and posting eight top 10s in 10 starts.

Winning the Fortinet Cup season points race gave him a fully exempt Korn Ferry Tour card. Now, Brennan will compete alongside Scottie Scheffler and the rest of golf’s best on the big stage.

Though not a perfect finish—he hit his second shot into a deep pit with lava rocks, took a penalty for an unplayable lie, and closed with a bogey—Brennan finished at 22-under 262, four shots clear of Rico Hoey (67).

A combination of power and poise at Black Desert Resort, the scenic Tom Weiskopf-designed course framed by red-rock cliffs and black lava, Brennan started the final round with a three-shot lead, ran off three birdies in his first five holes to stretch his lead to five shots, and was never seriously challenged.

Australia Wins LPGA International Crown in South Korea

GOYANG, South Korea (AP) – Australia defeated the United States team to claim the LPGA’s International Crown. Minjee Lee and Hannah Green both clinched their singles matches on the 17th hole to secure the title.

The foursomes match between Australians Stephanie Kyriacou and Grace Kim and Americans Lilia Vu and Lauren Coughlin ended in a tie, but it was inconsequential after Green secured her 2-and-1 victory over Yealimi Noh at the New Korea Country Club. Lee also defeated Angel Yin, 2 and 1.

This marks the first International Crown win for Australia, a title that eluded them in 2023 when Thailand, led by current world No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul, beat them in the final at Harding Park.

The World team finished in third place after Charley Hull and Lydia Ko both earned impressive singles wins against Japan.

Jungwhan Lee Claims First European Tour Title at Genesis Championship

CHEONAN, South Korea (AP) – Jungwhan Lee rallied from a four-shot deficit with a 7-under 64 to take a two-shot victory at the Genesis Championship, earning his first European Tour title.

The 34-year-old South Korean birdied five straight holes on the front nine and took the lead with a birdie on the 14th, finishing the tournament at 11-under 273. He edged out Laurie Canter and Nacho Elvira by two shots.

The victory grants Lee a two-year exemption on the European Tour and entry into the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship in two weeks, the first of two DP World Tour playoff events.

Also notable was Jordan Gumberg, a former Arizona collegiate golfer, who holed out from 58 yards for eagle on the par-5 18th. This helped him tie for seventh and improve to No. 110 in the Race to Dubai, securing his card for next year.

Steven Alker Rises to Top of Charles Schwab Cup with Simmons Bank Championships Win

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) – Steven Alker took over the top ranking in the Charles Schwab Cup with a commanding wire-to-wire win at the Simmons Bank Championships, closing with a 3-under 69 for a seven-shot victory.

Alker, who began the tournament with an opening round 61, earned his second PGA Tour Champions win of the year at Pleasant Valley Country Club. He pulled away after an eagle-birdie-birdie stretch to start the back nine.

Miguel Angel Jimenez has four wins this year but has only made three top 10s in his last eight starts on the senior circuit. The top 36 players will advance to the Charles Schwab Cup Championship next month in Arizona, with Tommy Gainey holding the 36th spot and no other movement in the standings.

Pongsapak “Fifa” Laopakdee Wins Asia-Pacific Amateur, Advances to Masters and British Open

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) – Pongsapak “Fifa” Laopakdee rallied from a six-shot deficit with a 4-under 68 and defeated 16-year-old Taisei Nagasaki of Japan on the third playoff hole to win the Asia-Pacific Amateur.

The junior at Arizona State became the first player from Thailand to win the tournament, which began in 2010. Both players birdied the 18th and 17th in the playoff until Nagasaki missed the green left on the 18th and settled for par, handing Laopakdee the victory.

Nagasaki had started the final round with a five-shot lead but missed a crucial 4-foot birdie putt on the 18th in regulation and finished with a 74.

Laopakdee’s win secures him invitations to the Masters and the British Open next year.

Other Notable Wins Across Global Tours

  • Yani Tseng closed with a 5-under 67 to win the rain-shortened Wistron Ladies Open in Taiwan by four shots, marking her first victory in 11 years and seventh on the Ladies European Tour.
  • Miguel Tabuena shot a third consecutive 7-under 65 to claim a three-shot victory at the International Series Philippines on the Asian Tour.
  • Matias Sanchez capped off a wire-to-wire win with a 1-under 71 for a two-shot victory at the Webex Players Series-South Australia on the PGA Tour of Australasia.
  • Hennie du Plessis won the Blu Label Unlimited Challenge on the Sunshine Tour with 14 points in the modified Stableford scoring system, needing only eight points to clinch the win.
  • Andrew Marshall captured his first Legends Tour title with a 6-under 66 for a two-shot victory at the Senior Italian Open.
  • Shuri Sakuma closed with a 5-under 67 for an 11-shot victory over Miyuu Abe in the Nobuta Group Masters on the Japan LPGA.
  • Shuying Li finished with a 4-under 68 to win by two shots at the Gwangnamilbo-Happiness Open on the Korea LPGA.

— AP Golf

https://wtop.com/australia/2025/10/brennan-wins-at-black-desert-on-an-invitation-australia-beats-us-to-win-international-crown/

Disc golf tour championship winners navigate windy conditions at Ivy Hill

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佐久間ら5人首位、渋野28位　女子ゴルフ第1日

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**佐久間ら5人が首位、渋野は28位に／女子ゴルフ第1日**
（2025年10月10日 17:21 更新：17:23）

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スタンレー・レディースホンダ第1日が10日、静岡県・東名カントリークラブ（6435ヤード、パー72）で行われました。

今季4勝目を目指す佐久間朱莉が、米女子ツアー今季1勝の岩井千怜や神谷そら、河本結、野沢真央とともに7アンダーで並び、5人が首位グループを形成しました。

一方、渋野選手は28位で初日を終えています。

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Taoiseach would have ‘no issue’ with Donald Trump addressing Dáil

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Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he would have “no issue” with US President Donald Trump addressing the Dáil when he visits Ireland.

Speaking in New York during his visit for the UN General Assembly, Mr Martin stated that “personally” he would have no objection to Mr Trump addressing the Dáil.

The Ryder Cup, currently taking place at the Bethpage Black golf course in New York, is scheduled to be held at Adare Manor in County Limerick in 2027. Given Mr Trump’s well-known interest in golf—he attended the first day of this year’s Ryder Cup—he may well decide to attend the event.

In addition, Mr Trump might also visit Ireland next year as the 2026 Irish Open is set to take place at his Doonbeg resort.

Regarding the possibility of an address to the Oireachtas, Mr Martin said such an event “would depend,” noting that there would likely be differing opinions. He commented:

“We don’t dictate the content of a speech of anybody who is invited to speak to the Oireachtas. But we will jump those hurdles when we come to them. The last couple of speeches we had there, some went on far too long. Previous times you might have had two or three speeches when a dignitary came. Now it is 10 or 11. It is not the occasion it once was, that would be a concern of mine. There has to be common sense in how these things are handled at parliamentary level but that’s a matter for the Ceann Comhairle.”

When asked about potential protests from political parties, Mr Martin acknowledged:

“That’s realpolitik. People are going to have different views and they are going to protest. It is going to happen, it happened in the UK, there were protests. You have to look at what strategically the objective is.”
https://www.breakingnews.ie/ireland/taoiseach-would-have-no-issue-with-donald-trump-addressing-dail-1812151.html

Tee times for Sunday's singles matches at the Ryder Cup

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**Tee Times for Sunday’s Ryder Cup Singles Matches at Bethpage Black**

FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) — The tee times for the Ryder Cup singles matches on Sunday at Bethpage Black have been announced. All times listed are in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT):

– 12:02 p.m.: Cameron Young (United States) vs. Justin Rose (Europe)
– 12:13 p.m.: Justin Thomas (United States) vs. Tommy Fleetwood (Europe)
– 12:24 p.m.: Bryson DeChambeau (United States) vs. Matt Fitzpatrick (Europe)
– 12:35 p.m.: Scottie Scheffler (United States) vs. Rory McIlroy (Europe)
– 12:46 p.m.: Patrick Cantlay (United States) vs. Ludvig Aberg (Europe)
– 12:57 p.m.: Xander Schauffele (United States) vs. Jon Rahm (Europe)
– 1:08 p.m.: J. J. Spaun (United States) vs. Sepp Straka (Europe)
– 1:19 p.m.: Russell Henley (United States) vs. Shane Lowry (Europe)
– 1:30 p.m.: Ben Griffin (United States) vs. Rasmus Hjgaard (Europe)
– 1:41 p.m.: Collin Morikawa (United States) vs. Tyrrell Hatton (Europe)
– 1:52 p.m.: Sam Burns (United States) vs. Robert MacIntyre (Europe)
– 2:03 p.m.: Harris English (United States) vs. Viktor Hovland (Europe)

Stay tuned for live updates and full coverage of the Ryder Cup.

— AP Ryder Cup coverage
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/tee-times-sundays-singles-matches-005548101.html

How Bethpage Black turned Blue after brilliant session for Europe

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Europe took a decisive step towards retaining the Ryder Cup after another brilliant morning session of fourballs. They won three of the four matches 3-1 to move to an 8.5-3.5 lead, going into the afternoon fourballs with a commanding position.

Bryson DeChambeau and Cameron Young beat Matt Fitzpatrick and Ludvig Aberg 4&2. DeChambeau and Young struck first blood for the Americans, getting ahead early before a wave of blue followed behind. They went ahead at the third hole, but the European pair quickly hit back on the next hole. The Europeans then took control by winning the seventh, eighth, and ninth holes consecutively, moving into an unassailable position. They sealed the victory with a birdie on the 16th.

Score: Europe 5.5, USA 3.5

Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood defeated Harris English and Collin Morikawa 3&2. It was déjà vu for Fleetwood Mac as they overwhelmed the American duo for a second consecutive morning. Though Keegan Bradley stood by Morikawa and English and their team got off to a hopeful start by winning the first hole, McIlroy and Fleetwood quickly showed their dominance. Birdies at the second and third holes turned the match around, followed by further wins at the fifth, seventh, and eighth holes, putting them four up. The Americans mounted a brief comeback to narrow the gap to two under, but a European birdie on the 16th hole sealed the victory.

Score: Europe 6.5, USA 3.5

Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton continued their brilliant form to beat Xander Schauffele and Patrick Cantlay 3&2. The LIV teammates squandered a two-up lead to be all square, but Rahm’s brilliant chip from the edge of a bunker gave Europe the advantage once again. They did not relinquish the lead, securing birdies at the 12th and 16th holes to claim another point. This victory marked five wins from five fourball matches for Rahm.

Score: Europe 7.5, USA 3.5

Robert MacIntyre and Viktor Hovland edged out Russell Henley and Scottie Scheffler 1 up in a nail-biting encounter. Vik and Bob proved they are no comedy act, shooting down the stars and stripes of America with a tense victory. This was the only match that went to the 18th hole. The United States, having come back from two down, leveled the match at the 13th. However, momentum swung back to Europe as a birdie at the 14th put them ahead again. Clutch putts from MacIntyre at the 15th and Hovland at the 17th holes ensured the team took the crucial point.

With this dominant morning session, Europe now leads 8.5 to 3.5, putting them in a strong position to retain the Ryder Cup as the afternoon fourball matches approach.
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Jon Rahm hits first tee shot as Ryder Cup gets under way

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Europe’s Jon Rahm got the 45th Ryder Cup underway in a frenzied atmosphere on the first tee at Bethpage Black on Friday. On a day when United States President Donald Trump was due to visit, Europe hoped to make a strong start in their defence of the trophy.

Rahm was playing alongside Tyrrell Hatton in the opening foursomes match against Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas of the US. The hosts were backed by the majority in a lively crowd, but it was Rahm who had the honour of playing the first shot at 7:10 am local time (12:10 pm UK).

The Spaniard played a nervy opener before DeChambeau launched the host’s challenge with a superb straight drive, followed by a birdie putt to win the hole.

Prior to the start, DeChambeau and Thomas, carrying a US flag, had entered the arena to a huge roar from the crowd gathered in the 5,000-capacity grandstand at the first tee. US captain Keegan Bradley had earlier encouraged fans to raise the volume, adding to the vibrant atmosphere.

There was also an early taste of the potential hostility to come as European linchpin Rory McIlroy was booed when shown practising on the large screen.

The opening match was set to be followed by three more in the morning session. In match two, Ludvig Aberg and Matt Fitzpatrick faced world number one Scottie Scheffler and Russell Henley. Europe’s strong pairing of world number two McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood, who both won their foursomes outings in 2023, took on Collin Morikawa and Harris English. Robert MacIntyre and Viktor Hovland completed the morning proceedings against Xander Schauffele and Patrick Cantlay.

Trump’s visit prompted a huge increase in security measures, and he was expected to arrive at Bethpage prior to the start of the afternoon fourballs session. Gates opened at 5 am to allow the crowd ample time to enter the course, with many heading straight to the first tee to soak up the electric atmosphere.
https://www.breakingnews.ie/sport/jon-rahm-hits-first-tee-shot-as-ryder-cup-gets-under-way-1811321.html

Nelly Korda shares picture with her furry friend, dubs it ‘home’

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Nelly Korda is enjoying some well-deserved downtime at home with her dog after a rain-soaked week on the LPGA Tour. She recently returned from the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship, where heavy rain caused play to be suspended during the second round. Before the suspension, Korda had carded a 2-under 69 in the opening round, placing her tied for 66th.

On Monday, September 22, Korda shared a cozy Instagram story with her 1.1 million followers, showing herself relaxing with her black Labrador at home. She captioned the picture simply with “Home” accompanied by a heart-hands emoji. The 27-year-old star often features her dog on social media. Earlier this month, she posted a playful photo of her dog stretched out across her lap.

Korda has long been an animal lover. She once had a cat named Rafi, who passed away in April after 15 years. At the time, she posted a heartfelt tribute about the special bond they shared and how much she missed him.

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### When Nelly Korda Was Bitten by a Dog

In June, Nelly Korda reminded her followers of one of the lowest points of last year after sharing a photo related to a dog bite incident. Following a surprising second-round 81 that left her in tears at the 2024 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, she was bitten on the thigh by a dog the next day while at a coffee shop in Seattle.

“I regret to announce that I must withdraw from next week’s Ladies European Tour tournament in London. On Saturday in Seattle, I was bitten by a dog and need time to receive treatment and recover fully,” Korda said at the time. “I apologize to the LET, the sponsors, and my fans for my absence. Thank you for your understanding, and I look forward to returning to the course soon,” she added.

The injury forced her to miss the Aramco Team Series event at London’s Centurion Club, an event she had won the previous year by four strokes. Initially, Korda did not share any images of the injury, only mentioning that the bite was on her thigh.

A year later, on June 26, 2025, Korda finally posted a picture showing the deep marks from the bite. “Throwing it back to a year ago when I got bit by a dog at the coffee shop,” she wrote on her Instagram story while explaining the reason for her recent break.

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### Challenging Season for Korda

This season has also been a challenging one for Korda. She has slipped from No. 1 to No. 2 in the Rolex Rankings and has yet to secure a win in 16 starts. Nonetheless, she has maintained consistency by making every cut and recording seven top-10 finishes, including two inside the top 10.

Despite the ups and downs, Nelly Korda remains focused and determined as she continues to compete at the highest level of women’s golf.
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