FRANKFORT, ILL.—Brigitte Thibault of Rosemere, Que., defeated American Jackie Lucena four and three to win the Women’s Western Amateur on Saturday, becoming the second Canadian in four years to capture the title. Thibault, a Fresno State senior and 2019 Mountain West Conference champion, prevailed despite a slow start on the front nine. I kept fighting and didn’t give up.”The two finalists earned exemptions into the U.S. Women’s Amateur set for Aug. 3-9. Thibault said she’s looking forward to playing in the U.S. Women’s Amateur, but is waiting to hear what the rest of the year holds for her. Past Women’s Western Amateur champions include current LPGA stars Ariya Jutanugarn, Stacy Lewis, Brittany Lang and Cristie Kerr.

Source: thestar July 25, 2020 18:00 UTC