Korean Golfer Kim A-lim Wins LPGA Lotte Championship
SEOUL,South Korea – Korean golfer Kim A-lim claimed victory at the LPGALotte Championship on November 10th, marking her first win since gaining LPGA membership and her first major championship title in three years and eleven months.
The final round of the Lotte Championship took place at the Hoakalei Country Club in Hawaii, USA. Kim A-lim maintained her lead from the first roundto the last. She finished the tournament with a score of 270, 18 under par, securing the championship title and a $450,000 prize. This win comes after a long wait forKim, who has been steadily climbing the ranks in the LPGA.
Kim’s victory is a testament to her dedication and resilience. She battled through tough competition and challenging weather conditions to emerge victorious. Her performance is a source of pride forKorean golf and a sign of the growing strength of Korean players on the international stage.
This win also marks the third LPGA victory for Korean golfers this season. Earlier this year, both Yang Hee-young and Ryu So-yeon each secured one championship title. The continued success of Korean golfers in the LPGAis a positive sign for the future of Korean golf.
References:
- Yonhap News Agency. (2024, November 10). Korean golfer Kim A-lim wins LPGA Lotte Championship. Retrieved from https://www.yna.co.kr/view/AKR20241110000000004?input=1195m
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