Megha Ganne makes pro debut at 2026 U.S. Women's Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 1:33 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Megha Ganne, a senior at Stanford University, is making her professional golf debut this week at the U.S. Women's Open, held at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades. With her graduation scheduled for next week, Ganne's transition follows her recent contribution to Stanford's NCAA Championship win. This is her fourth appearance in the U.S. Women's Open, but the first time competing as a professional. Ganne previously finished T-14 in the tournament as a high school junior and feels excited to take on the challenge alongside experienced players such as Michelle Wie West and Lydia Ko.
- •Ganne debuts as a pro at the Riviera Country Club.
- •She led Stanford to its fourth NCAA Championship last week.
- •Previous best finish in U.S. Women's Open was T-14 as a junior.
- •Ganne aims to adapt quickly to the professional level.
- •She will graduate from Stanford next week.
- 1:33 AMYahoo Sports — Graduation season for Megha Ganne includes pro debut at U.S. Women's Open
"Graduation season is upon us, including for Stanford University senior, Megha Ganne. This week, she's making her professional golf debut about six hours south at the Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades for the U.S. Women's Open.
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