Green wins third JM Eagle L.A. Championship

Australian golfer Hannah Green prevails in playoff at El Caballero Country Club

Apr. 20, 2026 at 4:02am

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An abstract, energetic painting in bright neon colors depicting the dynamic motion of a professional golfer's golf swing, conveying the raw athleticism and excitement of the sport.Hannah Green's third victory at the prestigious JM Eagle L.A. Championship showcases her ability to mount thrilling comebacks and win big tournaments on the LPGA Tour.Los Angeles Today

Hannah Green won the JM Eagle L.A. Championship on Sunday for the third time in four years, this time at the El Caballero Country Club. Green came from six strokes back on the back nine to force a playoff, then sank a 12-foot birdie putt on the first extra hole to claim the title.

Why it matters

Green's victory cements her status as one of the top golfers on the LPGA Tour, having now won the prestigious L.A. event three times in the last four years. The win also continues a strong run of form for the Australian, who is looking to add to her major championship tally after previously winning the 2019 KPMG Women's PGA Championship.

The details

Green trailed by six strokes heading into the back nine on Sunday, but a strong finish that included birdies on the 15th, 16th, and 18th holes allowed her to catch the leaders and force a playoff. On the first extra hole, Green rolled in a 12-foot birdie putt to claim the title.

  • Green won the JM Eagle L.A. Championship on Sunday, April 20, 2026.
  • This was Green's third victory in the event in the last four years.

The players

Hannah Green

An Australian professional golfer who has won three JM Eagle L.A. Championship titles in the last four years.

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What they’re saying

“I'm thrilled to have won this championship again. The course was in great shape and I'm proud of the way I fought back on the back nine to give myself a chance in the playoff.”

— Hannah Green

What’s next

Green will look to build on this victory as she prepares for the upcoming major championships on the LPGA Tour schedule.

The takeaway

Hannah Green's third JM Eagle L.A. Championship title in four years cements her status as one of the premier players on the LPGA Tour, with the Australian continuing to show the ability to win big events and mount comebacks when trailing late in tournaments.