Sei Young Kim showcased her incredible skill and determination at the LPGA LA Championship, finishing strong with a remarkable seven-under-par 135 total after the second round. On Friday, she dazzled fans with a four-under-par 67, extending her lead to three shots over Thailand’s rising star, Atthaya Thitikul. In an exhilarating final round, Kim maintained her composure and shot a solid two-under-par 69 to secure victory at nine-under-par 204. Nelly Korda made an impressive push from four shots back with a stunning six-under-par 65 but fell just short of catching Kim. This triumphant win marks Kim’s first LPGA title since her memorable victory at the 2020 ANA Inspiration
Honolulu, Hawaii – A Lim Kim came out with a hot start and ended with an even hotter finish Thursday at the LPGA Lotte Championship, three-putting the last hole for birdie to shoot a 6-under 66 and take a one-stroke lead over first-round leader Hinako Shibuno of Japan.
Jiyai Shin Saigo impressively surged ahead by one stroke following the opening round of the prestigious LPGA’s Maybank Championship on Thursday at the Tanah Merah Country Club. The talented South Korean showcased her skill by delivering a flawless 6-under 66 performance, seizing an early lead in the high-stakes $2 million tournament. Her exceptional round was highlighted by six remarkable birdies, with three of them gracefully achieved on the front nine.
In a captivating display of skill and determination, China’s Xiyu Lin and Thailand’s Pajaree Anannarukarn are in hot pursuit, sharing the spotlight at an impressive 5-under 67 score. Saigo, a seasoned two-time major champion, is on a quest for her sixth triumph on the esteemed LPGA Tour. Her previous glories include the remarkable victory at the 2019 AIG Women’s Open, solidifying her status as a top contender in the world of women’s golf.
The LPGA’s Maybank Championship marks the thrilling second stop of the Asian leg of the season, promising enthralling competition until the grand finale on Sunday. Excitement and anticipation fill the air as top golfers vie for supremacy in this prestigious event. Stay tuned as the drama unfolds, revealing who will emerge victorious on the grand stage of the Maybank Championship.
Francesco Manassero carded a 5-under 67 on Saturday to take a three-shot lead into the final round of the BMW International Open. The Italian sits on 15 under overall, with South Africa’s George Coetzee his nearest challenger on 12 under after a 69. Manassero is seeking his third European Tour title, and his first since 2013, while Coetzee is chasing his maiden victory on the circuit.