Maja Stark has captured her first major title at the 2025 U.S. Women’s Open, stunning fans with a poised performance at Erin Hills in Wisconsin. The Swedish golfer closed the final round with a steady 72, finishing at under par—two shots clear of both Nelly Korda and Rio Takeda, who mounted late charges but couldn’t catch Stark’s lead.
The 80th edition of the U.S. Women’s Open, held from May 29 to June, saw a field of 156 players, including 26 amateurs, compete for a record $12 million purse—the largest in women’s golf history. Erin Hills, already famous for hosting the 2017 U.S. Open, once again proved a stern test with its rolling fairways and championship pedigree.
Fans witnessed drama throughout the week, with the leaderboard constantly shifting until Stark pulled ahead in the final stretch. The event, broadcast live on NBC, was the second of five majors on the LPGA Tour this season, and marked another milestone for women’s golf at this iconic Wisconsin venue.
For those who missed the action, highlights from the tournament—including Stark’s clutch putts and the tense final holes—are available on YouTube..
