Hannah Green wins LA golf title for third time

Australian golfer stages dramatic comeback to claim JM Eagle LA Championship

Apr. 20, 2026 at 1:09pm

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An abstract, energetic painting using bold, neon-colored brushstrokes to depict the dynamic motion of a professional golfer swinging a club, conveying the excitement and drama of the tournament's climactic finish.Hannah Green's clutch performance and third LA Championship title in four years electrifies the crowd with its raw athletic energy.Los Angeles Today

Australian golfer Hannah Green staged a thrilling back-nine rally and won a playoff to capture the JM Eagle LA Championship on Sunday, her third title in the event over the past four years.

Why it matters

Green's latest victory in the prestigious LA tournament cements her status as one of the top players on the women's professional golf tour, further solidifying her reputation as a clutch performer who can mount comebacks under pressure.

The details

After trailing by several strokes through the first 9 holes, Green surged back with a strong finish to force a playoff, where she ultimately prevailed to claim the title. This marks Green's third LA Championship win in the past four years, a remarkable accomplishment in one of the tour's most competitive events.

  • The final round of the JM Eagle LA Championship was played on Sunday, April 20, 2026.
  • Green won the tournament in a playoff on the same day.

The players

Hannah Green

An Australian professional golfer who has won the JM Eagle LA Championship three times in the past four years.

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What they’re saying

“I had that putt, obviously very similar line in regulation, so I felt somewhat comfortable,”

— Hannah Green

What’s next

Green will look to defend her title at next year's JM Eagle LA Championship as she continues her quest to establish herself as one of the dominant players on the women's golf tour.

The takeaway

Hannah Green's dramatic comeback victory in the JM Eagle LA Championship showcases her mental toughness and ability to perform under pressure, cementing her status as one of the top golfers on the women's professional circuit.