Boutier rallies from four shots back to win ShopRite LPGA Classic
Boutier produced a 5-under 66 in the final round, one of the lowest scores among the top finishers that day. This strong finish erased a 4-shot deficit and shifted the leaderboard late in the round.
She gained momentum with key birdies around the turn while avoiding costly mistakes. Her ability to stay steady under pressure proved decisive as other contenders faltered down the stretch.
Final round comeback defines the tournament
Boutier shot a five-under 66 in the final round, one of the lowest scores of the day. This strong finish erased a four-shot deficit and completely shifted the leaderboard late in the round.
She gained momentum through key birdies on the middle stretch of the course while avoiding costly mistakes. Her ability to stay calm under pressure proved decisive as other contenders faltered down the stretch.
Soo Bin Joo loses early control of the lead
Soo Bin Joo entered Sunday as the outright leader with a 4-shot advantage after steady first 2 rounds. She appeared in control early, but Boutier’s birdies around the turn and Joo’s mistakes soon tightened the leaderboard.
Joo lost her 4-shot lead by the turn and fell behind for good on the 13th hole after a double bogey. Despite a strong start to the tournament, she was unable to hold off Boutier’s late charge and finished tied for 4th.
Arpichaya Yubol finishes as runner-up
Arpichaya Yubol delivered a strong final-round push, finishing just one shot behind Boutier in second place. She closed with late birdies that briefly put pressure on the leaderboard leaders.
However, an earlier slow-play penalty ultimately affected her total score and positioning. Even with that setback, she recorded one of her most competitive finishes of the season on the LPGA Tour.
Slow play penalty becomes key storyline
A 1-stroke slow-play penalty became a major talking point after the tournament’s final leaderboard was set. Yubol was penalized in the second round for exceeding the maximum time allowed during timed play on the 13th hole.
That penalty directly influenced the final gap between 1st and 2nd place. It also brought renewed attention to pace-of-play enforcement on the LPGA Tour.
Seaview Bay Course tests accuracy
The ShopRite LPGA powered by Wakefern took place at Seaview Hotel & Golf Club’s Bay Course in Galloway, New Jersey, a long-standing LPGA venue. The course is known for tricky seashore winds, deep pot and high-faced bunkers, small undulating greens, and a layout that rewards accuracy and short game more than raw distance.
Players needed precision and controlled shot-making to score well. Over the years, the event has often produced close leaderboards and dramatic finishes.
Boutier adds 7th LPGA Tour title
This victory marked Celine Boutier’s 7th career LPGA Tour win, further strengthening her status on the international stage. She has built a reputation as a proven winner under pressure.
Her career already includes major championship success, and this win reinforced her ability to close tournaments effectively. The result added another milestone to her growing LPGA résumé.
Interesting fact: Boutier attended Duke University in the United States, where she studied psychology, and she also reached No. 1 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking in 2014.
Final score highlights tight competition
Boutier finished the tournament at 9-under-par, edging out the field by 1 shot. The leaderboard remained tightly packed throughout the final round, with multiple players in contention.
Small scoring changes on the back 9 significantly impacted final positions. The narrow margin highlighted how competitive and unpredictable the event became on Sunday.
Interesting fact: Céline Boutier won her first major title at the 2023 Amundi Evian Championship, becoming one of the most successful French golfers on the LPGA Tour.
Lauren Walsh earns breakthrough finish
Lauren Walsh secured a solo third-place finish after a strong closing round performance. She moved up the leaderboard with steady play and timely birdies late in the tournament.
Her result marked an important step forward in her LPGA development and growing consistency. It also positioned her as an emerging competitor to watch in future events.
Rising pressure on final day leaderboard
The final round featured a tightly clustered leaderboard, with several players within a few shots of the lead. This created constant movement as scores changed across the back nine.
As pressure increased, mistakes and birdies quickly reshaped the standings. The outcome remained uncertain until the final group completed the closing holes.
Boutier reflects on special victory moment
Boutier described the chance to win at ShopRite again as a special moment after coming from behind. She said her game had been coming together in recent weeks and credited steady, solid play for the result.
The victory returned her to the winner’s circle for the first time since 2023 and gave her confidence as she continued her LPGA campaign.
Tournament adds momentum before U.S. Women’s Open
The ShopRite LPGA powered by Wakefern served as a final competitive tune-up before the U.S. Women’s Open at Riviera Country Club, which began June 4, 2026. Some players used the event to sharpen their form before the next major test.
Boutier’s victory gave her valuable momentum heading into the next phase of the season. The event remains a key 54-hole stop on the LPGA schedule.
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Boutier strengthens global LPGA standing
This win reinforced Celine Boutier’s standing as a proven international winner on the LPGA Tour. The victory gave her 7 career LPGA Tour titles and moved her to No. 20 in the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings after the ShopRite LPGA result.
The result adds another strong chapter to her professional résumé and global ranking presence. She remains a steady contender on the LPGA Tour.
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