Madelene Sagström returned to the winner’s circle in style over the weekend, claiming her second career LPGA Tour title at the T-Mobile Match Play in Las Vegas. The victory, her first since 2020, ended a five-year winless stretch and marked a significant milestone in her career.
Playing at the demanding Shadow Creek Golf Course, Sagström looked sharp from the start of the final match. She built an early lead against Lauren Coughlin, showing poise and confidence on a course that punishes even the slightest mistakes. But as the match turned to the back nine, Coughlin mounted a strong comeback, briefly taking a one-hole lead and putting the pressure on Sagström.
Rather than falter, Sagström responded. She found another gear late in the round, winning the 13th and 16th holes to flip the match back in her favor. Holding steady under pressure, she closed out a tight 1-up victory with precision and control.
After the win, Sagström admitted it had been a long journey back to this moment. “I’ve been working hard for this,” she said. “It feels really special.”
More than just a win, the performance reaffirms Sagström’s place among the LPGA’s most resilient competitors.