Choi Eun-woo Aims for Third Consecutive Victory at Nexen Saintnine Masters
Kim Minju Seeks Second Straight Win After iM Financial Open Triumph
Lee Yewon, Park Hyunkyung, Park Jiyoung, and Bang Shinsil Challenge for the Title
Choi Eun-woo aims for a three-peat at a single tournament.
From the 18th for three days, she dreams of victory at the Nexen·Saintnine Masters (total prize money of 900 million KRW), the fourth event of the 2025 Korean Ladies Professional Golf Association (KLPGA) Tour, held at Gaya Country Club (par 72) in Gimhae, Gyeongnam. Choi Eun-woo won her first career title at this tournament in 2023, and last year, she lifted the trophy again with a thrilling come-from-behind victory, marking two consecutive wins. This time, she is challenging for a three-peat. In KLPGA Tour history, there have been six instances of three consecutive wins at the same tournament.
Choi Eun-woo said, "Just the challenge of winning three consecutive titles at the tournament is a rare opportunity," adding, "There is pressure, but also excitement." She recently got married. Choi Eun-woo smiled, saying, "I feel reassured and mentally comfortable because I have one more gallery member cheering for me."
Kim Min-ju, who won the iM Financial Open last week, is aiming for back-to-back victories. Having succeeded on her 95th attempt out of 94 tries, Kim said, "I think this tournament is another new beginning, and I will play with joy." Last year's multiple winners Lee Ye-won, Park Hyun-kyung, Park Ji-young, Bae So-hyun, and Ma Da-som will also participate. Bang Shin-sil, the 'Queen of Long Drives,' who finished runner-up at the iM Financial Open, is also a strong contender for the title. Gaya CC, where this tournament is held, is one of the largest golf courses in Korea, with a total length of 6,836 yards.
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