Golf News Today: August 9, 2025



Yamashita Shines at Royal Porthcawl

Japan’s Miyū Yamashita has claimed her first-ever major, winning the AIG Women’s Open at 11-under. Her final-round 70 kept England’s Charley Hull and compatriot Minami Katsu at bay. Calm under pressure, Yamashita’s clutch putting and composure signal the arrival of a new force in women’s golf.

Bethpage Black: Ryder Cup Fever

With the Ryder Cup on the horizon, Bethpage Black has turned into a campout site. Fans are queuing for up to 44 hours in parking lots to secure tee times, turning the wait into a festival-like golf pilgrimage.

Houston’s $30M Golf Makeover

The Hermann Park Golf Course in Houston is set for a $30 million transformation—new layout, eco-friendly drainage systems, and upgraded facilities. The Astros Golf Foundation hopes to reopen the century-old course in October 2026 as a modern, sustainable venue.



Bottom line: Yamashita’s breakthrough, Ryder Cup mania, and major course investments prove golf’s global heartbeat is as strong as ever—spanning elite competition, grassroots passion, and infrastructure renewal.

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