Madoka Kitamura, President of TOTO LTD. presents the winner's trophy to Nasa Hataoka after winning the Classic at Seta Golf Course on November 04, 2018 in Otsu, Shiga, Japan. Photo by Ken Ishii/Getty Images
Nasa Hataoka shot a final-round 5-under 67 to capture the 2018 TOTO Japan Classic by two strokes.
Madoka Kitamura, President of TOTO LTD. presents the winner’s trophy to Nasa Hataoka after winning the Classic at Seta Golf Course on November 04, 2018 in Otsu, Shiga, Japan. Photo by Ken Ishii/Getty Images
Hataoka, who started the day four strokes behind overnight leader Minjee Lee, finished her third day at Seta Golf Club with two bogeys against seven birdies including a final-hole gain to reach 14-under par.
“I’m so proud. I’m so happy to win this event,” said Hataoka, who becomes the season’s fourth multiple winner.