Aussie Grace Kim wins golf major in epic finish

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Grace Kim has produced one of the most astonishing golfing fightbacks in history to join Australia's illustrious group of major champions.

Kim recovered from four shots behind in a most dramatic final round to clinch victory over world No.2 Jeeno Thitikul on the second playoff hole at the Evian Championship in France.

"I don't know how it happened, really," said the incredulous Kim after her astounding eagle-birdie-eagle finish landed her the crown in the fourth major of the year.

With three eagles in a crazy final-round 67, Kim prevailed with a 14-under-par 270 winning total to join Karrie Webb, Minjee Lee, Hannah Green and Jan Stephenson as only Australia's fifth female…