Yamashita defeats Lottie Woad on the first playoff hole after a dramatic final-round finish at Blythefield Country Club
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 12th Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give wrapped up today with Miyu Yamashita claiming the 2026 championship title. Hosted at Blythefield Country Club, this premier stop on the LPGA Tour delivered four memorable days of world-class competition while continuing to make a meaningful difference in the community through the Meijer Simply Give hunger relief program.
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