Malixi plays practice round with Hataoka ahead U.S. Open

Rianne Malixi shares the fairways with world-class company!

The 17-year-old Filipina standout played a practice round with Japan’s six-time LPGA winner Nasa Hataoka at the iconic Erin Hills, setting the stage for her debut in the 80th U.S. Women’s Open this Thursday.

With one of the toughest tests in women’s golf just days away, Rianne is soaking up experience and inspiration — and looking every bit ready to make her mark.