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Akie Iwai

(born 5 July 2002) is a Japanese professional golfer. She plays on the LPGA Tour and on the LPGA of Japan Tour where she has 6 wins.

Early life and amateur career

Iwai was born in Saitama Prefecture and started playing golf at 8 years old. In 2019, she won the Junior Golf World Cup.

Professional career

Iwai turned professional and joined the LPGA of Japan Tour in 2021. As a rookie she won a title on the developmental circuit, the Step-Up tour, and the JLPGA Rookies Championship.

She had her breakthrough in 2023 when she won three titles and finished second on the money list.

In 2024, she finished top-10 in two LPGA majors, and rose to 26th in the Women's World Golf Rankings.

In December 2024, Iwai earned her LPGA Tour card for 2025 by finishing T-5 at the LPGA Final Qualifying Tournament.

Personal life

Her twin sister, Chisato, is also a professional golfer on the LPGA of Japan Tour.

Professional wins (9)

LPGA Tour (1)

LPGA of Japan Tour wins (6)

Step-Up Tour wins (1)

^Shortened to 36 holes due to weather

Other wins (1)

Results in LPGA majors

CUT = missed the half-way cut<br> "T" = tied

Summary

  • Most consecutive cuts made – 9 (2023 Women's British – 2025 Women's PGA)
  • Longest streak of top-10s – 2 (2024 Evian – 2024 Women's British)

Team appearances

Amateur

Professional

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