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Mexico Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba was more than just another tournament on the LPGA calendar; it solidified the Riviera Maya’s position as the epicenter of elite women’s golf, unique in Latin America. Held from May 22-25 at the iconic El Camaleón course at Mayakoba, the tournament offered a picture perfect setting where technical precision faced off against the challenging winds of the Mexican Caribbean. From the first tee, the atmosphere vibrated with anticipation to see if the international stars could tame a course known for its treacherous mangroves and undulating greens. The week culminated in a display of mastery that made it clear the generational shift in world golf is a palpable reality, marked by the discipline and serenity of the Japanese school.
Champion
The tournament’s star was the Japanese Chisato Iwai, who not only captured her first LPGA title but did so in a manner bordering on sporting perfection. Iwai finished with a total of -12 (272 strokes), a staggering six strokes ahead of her closest rivals.
The key to Iwai’s success lay in her controlled aggression during the final round. Starting Sunday with fierce determination, the Japanese golfer recorded five birdies in the first six holes.
Results
| Position | Name | Country | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chizzy Iwai | Japan | 276(-12) |
| 2 | Jenny Bae | USA | 282(-6) |
| 3 | Haeji Kang | USA | 283(-5) |
| T4 | Linn Grant | Sweden | 284(-4) |
| T4 | Weiwei Zhang | China | 284(-4) |
| T4 | Jenny Shin | Korea | 284(-4) |
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The Mexican Team
For the local fans, the tournament was a rollercoaster of emotions with eight Mexican representatives in the field, a record that underscores the growth of women’s golf in the country. The delegation was led by the experienced Gaby López and the powerful María Fassi, who carried the pressure of being the crowd favorites.
Gaby López
The leading figure in Mexican golf had a solid tournament but with some ups and downs on the greens. She finished in T38, connecting with the crowd on the 17th hole with a spectacular birdie that reminded everyone why she is a multiple winner on the circuit.
María Fassi
Despite displaying her characteristic power off the tee, Fassi struggled with the windy conditions in the second round, finishing in a tie for 65th place.
Isabella Fierro and the rest of the delegation
Players like Isabella Fierro, Fernanda Lira, and Regina Plasencia did not make the cut, but their presence reaffirmed that Mexico has a wealth of talent that can compete on equal footing with the best in the world
