England's Alice Hewson Defends Swiss Ladies Open Title by Five Shots

Alice Hewson successfully defended her VP Bank Swiss Ladies Open title, securing her third Ladies European Tour victory with a commanding five-shot margin. The English golfer started the final round with a two-shot lead and posted a 4-under 67, finishing at 13 under overall. Hewson's performance was highlighted by five birdies, including a strong finish with three consecutive birdies in the closing holes, solidifying her dominance throughout the tournament. Ireland's Lauren Walsh, Switzerland's Chiara Tamburlini, and Sweden's Kajsa Arwefjall tied for second place at eight under. Other notable performances included England's Amy Taylor and Ireland's Sara Byrne sharing fifth place, while several Indian golfers showed promise despite mixed results. Hewson described her victory as an "absolute dream come true," demonstrating her consistency and skill on the Ladies European Tour.