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, held July 23–28 at

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, a suburb southwest of

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won the first of her four

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titles in an 18-hole Tuesday playoff over runners-up

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and

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. The final round concluded on Monday after rain delays. It was Davies' first victory in the

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, and she became the fourth international winner of the championship. Following this year, the Women's Open was not played in the New York City area for over a quarter century, returning in

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at Sebonack on eastern

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. In that time, the winner's share of the purse grew over tenfold, from $55,000 to $585,000.

Round summaries

First round

''Thursday, July 23, 1987'' Source:

Second round

''Friday, July 24, 1987'' Source:

Third round

''Saturday, July 25, 1987'' Source:

Final round

''Monday, July 27, 1987'' Play on Sunday was postponed due to heavy rain. Source:

Playoff

''Tuesday, July 28, 1987'' Source:

References

External links

U.S. Women's Open
- past champions - 1987 Golf Observer final leaderboardU.S. Women's Open Golf Championship
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