Sagstrom and Coughlin Advance to T-Mobile Match Play Final at Shadow Creek

The path to the final was demanding for both players. Sagstrom's weekend involved marathon sessions. Her quarterfinal match against Carlota Ciganda went to 19 holes. Her subsequent match against Celine Boutier was suspended Saturday due to darkness after 17 holes, requiring a Sunday morning finish where Sagstrom birdied the 19th hole (par-4) to advance. She credited feeling 'awake' and 'ready' for the early restart as a potential advantage before dispatching the highest-remaining seed, Angel Yin, in the semifinals.

Lauren Coughlin's semifinal against Ariya Jutanugarn was a nail-biter. Trailing by one heading into the 17th hole, Jutanugarn faltered with a 3-over-par finish on the last two holes. Coughlin capitalized, finishing par-birdie to clinch the 1-up victory. She noted the 17th hole had been favorable for her throughout the week.

The final represents a significant opportunity for both players. Sagstrom looks to recapture the winning form from 2020, while Coughlin aims to continue her strong performance from the previous year and potentially add a third trophy to her collection since August last year.

Madelene Sagstrom from Sweden and Lauren Coughlin from the USA.

Shadow Creek Golf Course in North Las Vegas, Nevada.

No, this year's final guarantees a first-time winner for the T-Mobile Match Play.

Sagstrom won multiple matches, including two that went to extra holes, and defeated Angel Yin in the semis. Coughlin won a close semifinal match against Ariya Jutanugarn with a late comeback.

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