U-NEXT Appoints Pro Golfer Momoko Ueda as Round Reporter for the US Women's Open
U-NEXT announced that professional golfer Momoko Ueda will serve as a round reporter for the exclusive live broadcast of the US Women's Open, starting June 4. A record 23 Japanese players will compete at the historic Riviera Country Club.
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U-NEXT, a video streaming service operated by U-NEXT Co., Ltd. (part of the USEN-NEXT GROUP), has announced the appointment of professional golfer Momoko Ueda as a round reporter for its exclusive live coverage of the US Women's Open, a major international women's golf tournament beginning Thursday, June 4.
The US Women's Open is the oldest existing women's major championship held in the United States. With a total purse of $12 million and a winner's prize of $2.4 million, it is a prestigious event where Japanese players like Yuka Saso have excelled, winning in 2021 and 2024. Last year, Rio Takeda, Mao Saigo, and Hinako Shibuno also finished in the top ranks.
This year, the tournament will be held at the prestigious Riviera Country Club in California. Known as the venue for the PGA Tour's 'The Genesis Invitational' and past host of men's major championships, it will also serve as the golf venue for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This marks the first time in history that a women's tournament will be held at this legendary course.
To mark this historic event, U-NEXT will provide special coverage. Momoko Ueda, who has one LPGA Tour win and 16 JLPGA Tour wins, will serve as a round reporter for the 'Japanese Player Focus LIVE' stream. This is her first time in such a role. She will walk up to 1.5 rounds per day, providing deep insights into the course conditions and the players' mental states. She will also conduct interviews before and after matches to share the players' true thoughts.
Momoko Ueda commented, 'With 23 Japanese players scheduled to compete, I hope to convey their performance with a sense of realism. Although this is my first time as a round reporter, I will do my best to provide the information that viewers want to know.'
The US Women's Open is the oldest existing women's major championship held in the United States. With a total purse of $12 million and a winner's prize of $2.4 million, it is a prestigious event where Japanese players like Yuka Saso have excelled, winning in 2021 and 2024. Last year, Rio Takeda, Mao Saigo, and Hinako Shibuno also finished in the top ranks.
This year, the tournament will be held at the prestigious Riviera Country Club in California. Known as the venue for the PGA Tour's 'The Genesis Invitational' and past host of men's major championships, it will also serve as the golf venue for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This marks the first time in history that a women's tournament will be held at this legendary course.
To mark this historic event, U-NEXT will provide special coverage. Momoko Ueda, who has one LPGA Tour win and 16 JLPGA Tour wins, will serve as a round reporter for the 'Japanese Player Focus LIVE' stream. This is her first time in such a role. She will walk up to 1.5 rounds per day, providing deep insights into the course conditions and the players' mental states. She will also conduct interviews before and after matches to share the players' true thoughts.
Momoko Ueda commented, 'With 23 Japanese players scheduled to compete, I hope to convey their performance with a sense of realism. Although this is my first time as a round reporter, I will do my best to provide the information that viewers want to know.'
FAQ
Are there any Taiwanese players participating?
Yes, Taiwanese golfer Wu Chia-yen is scheduled to compete after qualifying through the Japan regional final.