Hannah Green Claims Third LA Championship in Four Years, Cementing LPGA Dominance

Australian golfer Hannah Green has secured her third Los Angeles Championship title in just four years, winning the 2024 LA Open at Wilshire Country Club with a final-round 66 to finish at 15-under par. The victory marks her sixth LPGA Tour win and reinforces her status as one of the most consistent performers in women’s golf.

Green, a former KPMG Women’s PGA Champion, entered the final round tied for the lead with world No. 1 Nelly Korda. She pulled away with four birdies on the back nine, including a clutch 15-foot putt on the 16th hole that extended her lead to three shots. She closed with pars on the final two holes to win by two strokes over Korda and defending champion Lilia Vu.

“This course really suits my game,” Green said in her post-round interview. “I love the challenge of Wilshire — it demands precision off the tee and creativity around the greens. To win here again, especially with the field we had this week, means a lot.”

The win is Green’s first since the 2022 Portland Classic and ends a brief drought that included several top-10 finishes but no victories. Her performance in Los Angeles continues a remarkable streak: she has now won three of the last four LA Opens (2021, 2022, 2024), missing only in 2023 when she tied for fifth.

Green’s success at Wilshire is no accident. Over her last four appearances at the event, she has averaged 68.5 strokes per round, with 22 birdies and just three bogeys in her final rounds alone. Her putting has been particularly sharp, ranking in the top 5 in strokes gained: putting for the week.

The victory moves Green up to No. 12 in the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings, her highest ranking since 2021. It also secures her exemption into the 2024 U.S. Women’s Open at Lancaster Country Club, where she will look to add a second major title to her resume.

“Hannah has that rare combination of talent and toughness,” said LPGA Tour announcer Judy Rankin during the broadcast. “She doesn’t panic when things get tight — she locks in. That’s what champions do.”

The LA Open, a staple of the LPGA Tour schedule since 1972, has seen its share of legends, from Mickey Wright to Annika Sörenstam. Green’s name is now firmly among them.

Key Takeaways

• Hannah Green won the 2024 LA Open at Wilshire Country Club with a final-round 66, finishing at 15-under par.
• The victory is her third LA Championship in four years (2021, 2022, 2024) and sixth LPGA Tour win overall.
• She defeated world No. 1 Nelly Korda and defending champion Lilia Vu by two strokes.
• Green’s win returns her to the top 15 in the world rankings and earns her a spot in the 2024 U.S. Women’s Open.
• Her putting and consistency on the final nine holes were critical to the victory.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many times has Hannah Green won the LA Open?

Hannah Green has won the LA Open three times: in 2021, 2022, and 2024.

What is Hannah Green’s highest world ranking?

Green’s career-high ranking is No. 8 in the world, achieved after her 2019 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship victory.

Has Hannah Green won any major championships?

Yes, Green won the 2019 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, her first and only major title to date.

Where is the LA Open played?

The LA Open is held annually at Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles, California.

What does winning the LA Open earn Hannah Green?

The victory provides a five-year LPGA Tour exemption, an invitation to the 2024 U.S. Women’s Open, and a significant boost in world ranking points and earnings.