What could have been a spectacle for the LPGA fans was completely watered down – quite literally. The final round of the $2.1 million TOTO Japan Classic was suspended at 10:57 am local time on Sunday, the LPGA confirmed on its official X handle. The reason provided was unplayable course conditions.

Upon a quick weather check, one can pin the blame on rain. With temperatures around 14°C, 90% precipitation, and 95% humidity, heavy rainfall has likely left the greens and fairways waterlogged. Now, players will have to wait for quite some time for the course to get back to its original condition.

At the time of suspension, home favorite Nasa Hataoka led the field at 16-under. She was one shot ahead of Yuna Araki. For Hataoka, this delay will be a cause of concern. She is chasing her s

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