Japanese Pro Secures Masters And Open Spots With Victory At National Championship

Yusaku Hosono's second victory of the season has earned him invitations to two of golf's biggest events…

By Mike Hall · Golf Monthly

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 3:54 PM

Key Things to Know

Yusaku Hosono won the Japan Open Golf Championship to secure invitations to the 2027 Masters and Open Championship.
Hosono defeated runner-up Yusuke Sakamoto by two strokes at Tarao Country Club with rounds of 65, 64, 68, and 70.
The 2027 Masters will be Hosono's Major debut, followed by The Open held at the Old Course, St Andrews.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Yusaku Hosono secured spots at the 2027 Masters and Open Championship after winning the Japan Open Golf Championship. The Japanese left-hander earned a two-shot victory over runner-up Yusuke Sakamoto at Tarao Country Club, posting rounds of 65, 64, 68, and 70.

Hosono's win grants him invites via an ongoing qualifying alignment between Augusta National Golf Club and The R&A. The appearances will mark Hosono's maiden Major start at Augusta National and a debut Open start at St Andrews.

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Japanese Pro Secures Masters And Open Spots With Victory At National Championship

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