A Dual Celebration on the Fairway and the Diamond
Brooke Henderson and Ricky Castro shared the news of their engagement on Instagram, posting a photo that captured the moment the couple announced their plans to marry. The announcement comes after a whirlwind romance that began in March 2025, when the Canadian golfer met the minor‑league pitcher in Naples, Florida, where Henderson maintains a residence.
Henderson arrives at this personal milestone after a series of impressive performances on the LPGA Tour. She finished second at the Amundi Evian Championship in France, where she recorded a tournament‑record six eagles, and later tied for third at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship in June. The results add to a career that already includes 20 professional victories, 14 of them on the LPGA Tour, and major titles at the 2016 LPGA Championship and the 2022 Evian Championship.
From Naples to the British Open
Castro, a right‑handed pitcher for the St. Paul Saints, the Triple‑A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins, has been making strides this season. He holds a 2‑1 record with a 4.13 ERA and signed with the Twins in 2024 after a collegiate career at Purdue and Tulane. His progress on the mound has been noted by scouts and teammates alike.
The couple’s engagement is being celebrated not only by friends and family but also by fans who have followed Henderson’s rise as the winningest player in Canadian golf history. Her upcoming schedule includes the AIG Women’s British Open, the final major of the year on the LPGA calendar, which begins later next week.
Their story illustrates how two athletes from different sports can find common ground, sharing a future that blends the precision of the golf course with the rhythm of the baseball diamond.