In this final recap of the 2025 Portland Classic, Marie from The Birdie Briefing breaks down Akie Iwai’s dominant wire-to-wire victory at -24, making her the sixth rookie to win on the LPGA this season. She highlights Gurleen Kaur’s breakout runner-up finish, sister Chisato Iwai’s charge into a tie for third alongside Linn Grant, and strong showings from Grace Kim, Aditi Ashok, and others. Plus, the feel-good comeback of former World No. 1 Sung Hyun Park and an impressive amateur performance from Kiara Romero.