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Bleacher Report · Apr 3, 2017

So Yeon Ryu Wins ANA Inspiration After LPGA's Controversial Scoring Decision

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A questionable scoring change cost Lexi Thompson a win at the 2017 ANA Inspiration on Sunday, allowing So Yeon Ryu to win in a playoff.

This is her second career major title after winning the 2011 U.S. Open.

Thompson suffered a four-stroke penalty from Saturday that wasn't assessed until late Sunday, taking away her lead. Although she rallied to force a playoff, Ryu earned a birdie on the 19th hole to secure the victory.

She followed tradition with her celebration:

Here are the final results from Mission Hill Country Club in Rancho Mirage, California:

Full story at Bleacher Report

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