Maria Jose Marin Wins 2026 Augusta National Women's Amateur

The 19-year-old Colombian becomes the first from her country to capture the prestigious amateur title.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 7:33pm

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Maria Jose Marin, a 19-year-old golfer from Cali, Colombia, has won the 2026 Augusta National Women's Amateur with a score of 14-under par. Marin shot a final round 68 to cruise to a 4-shot victory, setting the tournament scoring record in the process. She is the first Colombian to win the prestigious amateur championship.

Why it matters

The Augusta National Women's Amateur is one of the most coveted amateur golf titles, drawing the top women's amateur players from around the world to compete at the iconic Augusta National Golf Club. Marin's victory is a historic milestone for golf in Colombia, showcasing the growing talent and global reach of the sport in South America.

The details

Marin held off a strong field that included Andrea Revuelta, Soomin Oh, and Meja Örtengren. She was the only player to shoot in the 60s in all three rounds, posting scores of 65, 69, and 68. Marin took the lead for good on the back nine after Asterisk Talley made a 7 on the 12th hole. She cruised to a 4-shot victory, breaking the previous tournament scoring record of 204 set in 2025.

  • Marin was making her fourth start at the Augusta National Women's Amateur.
  • In her previous three starts, she finished T14 in 2023, T30 in 2024, and missed the cut in 2025.
  • The 2026 tournament was held on April 4-6, 2026.

The players

Maria Jose Marin

A 19-year-old golfer from Cali, Colombia who won the 2026 Augusta National Women's Amateur with a score of 14-under par, setting a new tournament scoring record.

Andrea Revuelta

The runner-up at the 2026 Augusta National Women's Amateur, finishing 4 shots behind Marin.

Soomin Oh

One of the elite amateur women's golfers who competed in the 2026 Augusta National Women's Amateur.

Meja Örtengren

One of the elite amateur women's golfers who competed in the 2026 Augusta National Women's Amateur.

Asterisk Talley

A golfer who made a 7 on the 12th hole, allowing Marin to take the lead which she would not relinquish.

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What they’re saying

“Winning the Augusta National Women's Amateur is a dream come true. I'm so proud to be the first Colombian to capture this title.”

— Maria Jose Marin

What’s next

Marin will now turn her attention to the 2026 U.S. Women's Open, where she will look to become the first Colombian to win a major championship.

The takeaway

Maria Jose Marin's historic victory at the 2026 Augusta National Women's Amateur is a significant milestone for golf in Colombia, showcasing the country's growing talent pool and the global reach of the sport. Her dominant performance, setting a new tournament scoring record, cements her status as one of the top amateur golfers in the world.