Filipino-Japanese professional golfer who became the youngest US Women's Open winner in 2021 at age 19, later switching nationality to Japan in 2022.
Yuka Saso is a Filipino-Japanese golfer who won the 2021 US Women's Open as a Filipino before switching allegiance to Japan. She successfully defended her US Open title in 2022 as a Japanese citizen, becoming a two-time US Women's Open champion. Her extraordinary run at America's national championship made her one of the most decorated young golfers in women's golf.
Famous For
Youngest US Women's Open champion since 2014
Playing Style
How They Played
Long driver with strong putting
Legacy
Lasting Impact
First Filipino to win a major championship
Honours & Achievements
Career Honours
- US Women's Open (2021)
- Augusta National Women's Amateur (2020)
Career Journey
Timeline
2018
🌍 Represented Philippines in Asian Games
2019
📌 Turned professional
2019
🎯 Turned professional golfer
2020
🏆 Won Augusta National Women's Amateur
2021
🏆 Won US Women's Open at 19 years old
2021
🏆 Won US Women's Open at age 19
2022
🎯 Changed nationality from Philippines to Japan
2023
🎯 First LPGA Tour victory as Japanese citizen
2023
🎯 First LPGA Tour win as Japanese citizen