On Friday, Hye-Jin Choi of South Korea did just that – on the LPGA Tour at least. She fired a 6-under 66, opening up a huge five-shot margin after two rounds. The 26-year-old South Korean golfer has been nothing short of magnificent, with a phenomenal 36-hole total of 14-under 130. She is now in a good spot as she looks for her first LPGA Tour win.
What stood out most about Choi’s resilience was just how unreachable her positivity was, even after beginning her day with a bogey on No. After the daunting opening hole, she regrouped, rolling in a string of birdies on her way back up the leaderboard. “I tried to keep the faith and play steady,” Choi remarked, reflecting her determination to stay focused during the competition.
Her “Holy Moly” moment came on the 18th hole. And right after coming up just short on her eagle try from 20 feet, she assuredly knocked in her little birdie. This round represents yet another important chapter in Choi’s career. Her streak of 28 consecutive top-10 finishes serves as a testament to her unparalleled consistency in the cutthroat world of professional golf.
Choi recently represented South Korea in the International Crown tournament, further highlighting her status as a top contender in women’s golf. Despite that strong play, she has yet to claim a victory on the LPGA Tour. Her current turn of form suggests she’s on the verge of winning one in the near future.
“So I made lots of birdies today and my shots and putting was all good.” – Hye-Jin Choi
With each passing round of the tournament, fellow competitor Hannah Green is unable to hold back her enthusiasm. She called the experience “almost like my home event.” With very personal stakes on top of natural asides, Green’s connection to the venue makes for extra compelling drama, especially since she, too, counts it an “away” event.
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