Gaby Lopez narrowly avoids turtle on green at KPMG Women's PGA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 5:16 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
During the 2026 KPMG Women's PGA Championship at Hazeltine National, Gaby Lopez nearly hit a turtle while playing on the 10th green. Her approach shot missed the turtle by mere feet as it crossed the green. Following Lopez, Charley Hull successfully reached the green with the turtle still present, which appeared to be searching for water. The event highlights an unusual wildlife moment amidst competitive play.
- •Gaby Lopez was playing on the 10th hole at Hazeltine National.
- •Lopez's shot narrowly skirted a turtle on the green.
- •Charley Hull played next while the turtle was still visible.
- •The tournament is part of the 2026 KPMG Women's PGA Championship.
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — Gaby Lopez just missed a turtle crawling across a green at the KPMG Women's PGA
"There was a wild wildlife moment on the 10th green on Friday at Hazeltine National.
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