The Chevron Championship concluded in a playoff for the second consecutive year, a notable trend following Lilia Vu's win in 2023.

This victory marks Saigo's first major title and makes her the fifth Japanese golfer to achieve this honor, following her successful rookie season on the LPGA Tour.

In a thrilling playoff at the Chevron Championship, Saigo clinched victory with a 3-foot birdie putt after finishing regulation tied at 7-under 281 with Hyo Joo Kim, Ruoning Yin, Ariya Jutanugarn, and Lindy Duncan.

In related discussions, Josh Berhow argued that while grandstands can aid amateur players, they should not benefit professionals in crucial moments of play.

Celebrating her win, Saigo jumped into the pond off the 18th green but quickly panicked, realizing she couldn't swim well and feared for her safety.

Top-ranked golfer Nelly Korda also struggled, finishing tied for 14th at 2-under par, reflecting on a winless season after her previous victory at the event.

After her dramatic win, Saigo expressed a desire to celebrate with a good meal prepared by her manager and some much-needed rest.

Other notable wins in recent tournaments include Takanori Konishi in Japan and Minsun7 Kim in Korea, showcasing the global talent in the sport.

In another LPGA story, five-time major champion Yani Tseng shared her journey of overcoming the yips by switching to left-handed putting, significantly improving her performance.

Despite the excitement of the playoff, the tournament faced challenges, including low attendance, which was partly attributed to a local Iron Man race impacting crowd turnout.

Lexi Thompson tied for 14th at the Chevron Championship, raising questions about her future in the sport after announcing a semi-retirement from a full-time schedule last year.

The Chevron Championship has faced ongoing challenges with its identity and attendance since relocating from Mission Hills Country Club in California in 2023.