In a dramatic conclusion to the LPGA’s Toto Japan Classic, Nasa Hataoka emerged victorious after a rain-soaked Sunday forced officials to cancel the final round due to unplayable course conditions. The tournament, held at the Seta Golf Club in western Japan, culminated in a playoff between Hataoka and fellow Japanese golfer Yuna Araki, both of whom had shared the lead at 15-under 201 after 54 holes. Hataoka secured her seventh LPGA Tour title by prevailing on the first playoff hole, marking a triumphant end to an eventful competition. Hataoka had consistently led in each of the first three rounds, facing different challengers each day. Miyu Yamashita, fresh off her victory at the Maybank Championship in Malaysia, finished one stroke behind after carding a 68 on Saturday. Other notable performances included Shuri Sakuma (69) and Ai Suzuki (70), who finished three and four strokes off the lead, respectively. Defending champion Rio Takeda, who struggled throughout the tournament, ended nine shots behind, while Australian star Minjee Lee finished 14 strokes off the pace after a disappointing 74 on Saturday. The improvised playoff provided a fitting climax to a tournament marred by adverse weather conditions.