Newly crowned Women's British Open champion Hinako Shibuno said Monday she was thrilled by the response in Japan following her historic victory.

A day after clinching the title on the final hole at Woburn Golf Club, the 20-year-old LPGA of Japan Tour rookie was still letting the moment sink in.

"By morning in Japan, it looked like it was big news. I've never experienced this kind of reaction," Shibuno said.