Mao Saigo of Japan triumphed at the Chevron Championship, securing her first LPGA major title after a dramatic five-way playoff. The event saw several players falter under pressure, but Saigo emerged victorious with a crucial birdie on the first hole of the playoff. Her win marks her as a prominent figure in the Rolex First-Time Winner standings for the season. The chaotic playoff included a series of mistakes from her competitors which helped Saigo solidify her lead. In a celebratory tradition, she jumped into the lake, despite expressing concerns about her swimming ability, highlighting both the joy and tension of the victory. Kim Hyo-joo finished as the runner-up in this historic tournament.