Megha Ganne Captures 125th U.S. Women’s Amateur Title at Bandon Dunes
BANDON, Ore. — Megha Ganne, the Stanford University star who first stunned the golf world as a 17-year-old at the 2021 U.S. Women’s Open, claimed the biggest title of her amateur career on Sunday, defeating Brooke Biermann 4&3 in the 36-hole final of the 125th U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship at Bandon Dunes.
In winds gusting to 30 mph and on one of America’s most celebrated links, Ganne combined poise, precision, and experience beyond her 21 years to join the championship’s storied list of winners — a roster that has launched countless professional careers.
A Final Forged in the Wind
From the first tee shot, the match was a masterclass in links golf. Ganne’s low, flighted irons and fearless putting under pressure allowed her to take a 3 UP lead by the 16th hole of the morning round. Biermann rallied in the early holes of the afternoon session, but Ganne’s ability to control trajectory and distance into the wind reasserted her dominance, stretching the margin back to 4 UP by the 26th hole.
Closing Out the Championship
The turning point came at the par-4 21st, where Ganne rolled in a 12-foot birdie to halt Biermann’s momentum. She followed with another win at the 23rd and never looked back, sealing the match with a par on the 33rd hole. Across the afternoon session, she won six holes, showcasing a balanced mix of controlled aggression and error-free golf.
From Junior Standout to National Champion
Ganne’s win caps more than a decade of competitive golf. Raised in Holmdel, New Jersey, by parents originally from India, she began tournament play at age 12 and developed under the guidance of longtime coach Katie Rudolph. Her resume includes being a four-time Drive, Chip & Putt National Finalist at Augusta National, a two-time runner-up in that event (2017, 2019), and the 2021 AJGA Girls Player of the Year.
She first gained international attention at the 2021 U.S. Women’s Open, co-leading after the first round as a 17-year-old and finishing as the low amateur (T-14). Since then, she has been a fixture in elite amateur events, reaching the semifinals of the 2019 U.S. Women’s Amateur, competing in two U.S. Girls’ Juniors, and making appearances in the Augusta National Women’s Amateur with a best finish of T-9.
At Stanford, she helped the Cardinal capture the 2024 NCAA Division I Women’s Golf Team Championship and added an individual win at the 2024 Nanea Invitational. She entered this week as a top contender for the Annika Award and ranked No. 12 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking as of April 2025.
Bandon Dunes: A Perfect Proving Ground
The championship’s return to Bandon Dunes for the first time since 2011 offered a pure test — firm fescue fairways, cliffside greens, and a wind that made every shot a calculation. Ganne’s ability to adjust — altering trajectories, shaping shots both directions, and managing spin — allowed her to thrive where others faltered. Her composure in the elements mirrored the mental toughness she’s shown in major championships and team competitions.
What’s Next
With the win, Ganne secures exemptions into the 2026 U.S. Women’s Open and the Augusta National Women’s Amateur, along with other major amateur events. More importantly, she solidifies her place among the top amateurs in the world — and signals that her transition to the professional game, when it comes, could be just as impactful as her amateur career.
Final Score: Megha Ganne def. Brooke Biermann, 4&3
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The U.S. Women’s Amateur, the third
oldest of
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