Arricau clings on

France’s Stephanie Arricau, who led by two shots overnight, held on to win her third European Tour title with a final round of 70 in the KLM Open at Eindhoven.

The 32-year-old winner of the 2004 French and Spanish Opens had four birdies to finish on 12-under-par 204 and she won by a shot from Germany’s Anje Monke.

Nottingham’s Liza Walters, in her second year on tour, had a career-best result after posting a joint best-of-day 69 for a share of eighth place on four under par.

“This was just my second top 10 so I’m really pleased,” said the 26-year-old former amateur star who represents Worksop Golf Club.

“Last year I only had a conditional card, but this year I can play in every tournament and it makes such a difference. Hopefully, I can build on this week.”

Yorkshire’s Georgina Simpson went into the final round as the leading British player, but slipped into a tie for 11th after a closing 74.

Arricau was never headed in the final round, although Monke, seeking a first win, pushed her close with a 69.

Australian rookie Leah Hart, who opened with a course-record 65, was just two shots behind the winner in third place on 10-under after a 70.

“It was great to win twice two years ago and this is another special moment,” said Arricau, who will now have an eye on a Solheim Cup debut next year.