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World No. 9 Atthaya Thitikul of Thailand, who entered this week's Simone Asia Pacific Cup in Jakarta with the intention of just "having fun," transformed the tournament into a one-woman exhibition as she secured a commanding seven-shot victory on Saturday.
Starting the day with a five-shot cushion, Atthaya faced little threat as she traded five birdies against two bogeys for a solid three-under-par 69 at the Pondok Indah Golf Course.
Atthaya finished at 14-under 202, well ahead of Da-yeon Lee of South Korea, who could only muster a 71 to claim the second spot on 209, with compatriot Min-byeol Kim (70) another two shots back in third.
A maiden Ladies Asian Tour Series win ensured that Atthaya did not finish the season empty-handed after coming close with two runner-up finishes on the LPGA Tour this season.
To make the victory even sweeter, Atthaya celebrated a double success when she and her partner, Jaravee Bonchant, dominated the team title, also with a seven-shot margin.
Jaravee closed with her best performance of the week, carding a 70 to finish tied for 13th individually, but it was sufficient to help Team Thailand 2 dethrone South Korea from their team crown with an aggregate of 15-under 417.
Two Korean combinations shared second place, with Team Korea 5 (Min-sol Kim and Hyo-song Lee) and Team Korea 4 (You-min Hwang and Min-byeol Kim), both finishing on identical 424s.
The win earned Atthaya a cool US$110,000, and she also secured a share of the US$24,000 with Jaravee for their success as a team.
Atthaya was on cloud nine after returning to the winner’s circle as her latest victory has boosted her confidence ahead of the new season.
"It's really special. My whole team and I have been waiting for this moment for a while," said Atthaya, who briefly ranked as the world No. 1 last year.
"This year, we had a really good year, we came close to a win but didn't get the job done yet. So, to be able to end my 2023 season with a win here makes it even more special.
“I think every tournament that I play is almost equally important; they all hold meaning in relation to the hard work I put in, whether it works out or not. Especially this event—I didn't expect anything at all.
“I didn't expect to get the win because we just had some rest, and also, it had been some time since I last touched a golf club.
“I've only been practising for two weeks before coming here. So, I believe that every tournament I play is as important as the LPGA Tour. It's not just about the tournament itself, but more about the way I play.”
A thrilled Jaravee found herself in awe of Atthaya’s brilliant performance and expressed how special it was to share the playing field with her compatriot.
“It's been an incredibly enjoyable week. Watching her play, witnessing her extraordinary shots, and observing her impressive putting has been truly inspiring,” said Jaravee, an LPGA Tour rookie.
“I've been eagerly anticipating a team event experience since it doesn't come around often. Being able to play on the same team with her makes it even more special.”
Meanwhile, it was also a day to savour for Chinese Taipei player Yu-sang Hou after achieving the first hole-in-one of her career on the par-three 12th and winning a brand new Hyundai Stargazer X.
The ace also helped propel Hou into a creditable tie-for-seventh on 213 after she closed with a superb 67.
“This is my first hole-in-one ever, and it's also my first-ever hole-in-one prize for a car!” said a delighted Hou. “I wasn’t really thinking too much because that was my third hole, and I thought, okay, this is a good number. I considered the possibility of a hole-in-one, but I was like, well, whatever. It's not my decision anyway."
"I then hit a really good shot. I didn’t see it go in, but my sister, who was watching with a range finder, said that it went in, and I was like, no way. It turns out I did!”
Leading final round scores:
Individual
202: Atthaya Thitikul (Tha) 68-65-69;
209: Da-yeon Lee (Kor) 68-70-71;
211: Min-byeol Kim (Kor) 70-71-70;
212: Min-sol Kim (Kor-Am) 72-70-70, Hyo-song Lee (Kor-Am) 68-73-71, Eila Galitsky (Tha-Am) 70-69-73;
213: Yu-sang Hou (Tpe) 71-75-67, Arianna Lau (Hkg-Am) 73-71-69, Diksha Dagar (Ind) 72-71-70, You-min Hwang (Kor) 75-68-70;
214: Pei-yin Tsai (Tpe) 71-73-70, Hee-jeong Lim (Kor) 70-72-72;
215: Nasa Hataoka (Jpn) 72-71-72, Jaravee Boonchant (Tha) 73-72-70.
Team
417: Thailand 2 (Atthaya Thitikul and Jaraveen Boonchant);
424: Korea 4 (You-min Hwang and Min-byeol Kim) and Korea 5 (Min-sol Kim and Hyo-song Lee);
429: Korea 3 (Da-yeon Lee and So-young Lee;
230: Chinese Taipei (Pei-yun Chien and Pei-ying Tsai).
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The victor of the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup is in for a delightful experience as she will experience the triumphant aura befitting of a Masters Tournament champion.
The champion will not only hoist the trophy but also grace the occasion by donning a specially-crafted winner’s jacket- generously sponsored by distinguished golf apparel company, AOW to mark her victory in style.
Drawing inspiration from the 16th-century European aristocratic pursuits of golf, tennis, and equestrianism, the 'Deep Green' Simone Asia-Pacific Cup winner’s jacket by AOW represents a contemporary take on these timeless sports.
Founded in 2020 by Ms. Jang, a seasoned womenswear designer with 27 years of experience, AOW stands as a high-end golf wear brand, bringing a touch of sophistication to the world of sports fashion.
"One of the most meaningful and valuable aspects of our participation as a sponsor in the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup, featuring women golfers from 16 countries, is the design and production of the winner's jacket," said Jang.
"We are honoured to present the jacket to the winner in person at the ceremony and hope that this sponsorship will offer an opportunity for AOW to grow as a global brand, expanding into the premium golf market and establishing partnerships with various Asian Tour events."
Organised by the Asian Golf Leaders Forum (AGLF), the second edition of the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup saw participation from 58 players representing 16 countries, including Korea, Thailand, and Japan.
With live broadcasts on JTBC Golf, the tournament will reach audiences in 24 countries, solidifying its presence on the international stage.
Ends.The victor of the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup is in for a delightful experience as she will experience the triumphant aura befitting of a Masters Tournament champion.
Thailand's Atthaya Thitikul took a firm grip on the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup on Friday, carding a seven-under-par 65 to carry a commanding five-stroke lead into the final round.
Leading jointly with three others overnight, the two-time LPGA Tour winner sank eight birdies to offset a lone bogey at the Pondok Indah Golf Course, amassing a total score of 11-under 133.
She is comfortably ahead of second-placed Da-yeon Lee from South Korea.
Thailand's Eila Galitsky, the reigning champion of the Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship, trailed by an additional shot after posting a solid 69.
Despite her commanding lead, Atthaya acknowledges the challenge posed by KLPGA Tour ace Da-yeon on the final day.
However, if Atthaya can maintain the exceptional performance with both her driver and irons, as seen today, it will be challenging for either Da-yeon or to catch up.
When asked if the title is for her to lose, Atthaya responded: "I don't know. I mean, who knows what's going to happen in the future? I don't know what Da-yeon is going to do tomorrow, she might shoot a really low round.
"Also, I don't know what I'm going to do. But what I know is I'm going to play the best I can out there and commit to each shot. Whatever result comes out, I'll take it, especially when I give 100% on it."
If all goes well, the Thais are also on track to secure the team title, with Atthaya and Jaravee Boonchant holding a five-shot lead over the competition.
Jaravee, tied 19th individually after an even-par 72, contributed to Team Thailand 2 leading comfortably with a total of 10-under 278.
While Team Korea 3's Da-yeon and partner So-young Lee, along with Min-sol Kim and Hyo-song Lee of Team Korea 5, are tied for second place with matching 283s, they face a tough challenge if they hope to retain the team crown for their country, won by the dynamic duo So-yeon Ryu and Bo-mee Lee in last year's inaugural edition.
Jaravee, trailing Atthaya by 12 shots, admitted she needs to raise her game to complement her partner's efforts.
"Well, I'm actually trying to. I mean, I feel like my game is better today compared to yesterday, but I made a couple of mistakes and had one big number on the front nine," said Jaravee, an LPGA Tour rookie this year.
"But tomorrow, I guess I'll stick to the plan, try my best, save more pars, and be more aggressive on my birdie putts. I'm trying my best."Thailand's Atthaya Thitikul took a firm grip on the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup on Friday, carding a seven-under-par 65 to carry a commanding five-stroke lead into the final round.
Indonesian national football team coach, Tae-yong Shin, made a notable appearance at the second edition of the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup, currently underway at the Pondok Indah Golf Club in Jakarta.
Serving as an ambassador for the tournament, the 53-year-old Shin injected a unique flair into the event, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between South Korea and Indonesia.
Shin, an avid golfer himself, teamed up with his eldest son, Jae-won, a player for K League 2 side Seongnam FC, to compete in the Pro-Am tournament of the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup.
The excitement continued beyond the golf course.
Following Thursday's opening round, Shin participated in an entertaining event named "Beat Shin Tae-yong!" alongside six tournament stars, including world No. 9 Atthaya Thitikul of Thailand and promising young talents from the KLPGA Tour, You-min Hwang, and Min-byeol Kim.
The "Beat Shin Tae-yong!" challenge showcased Shin using a golf wedge, while the players employed a football in a unique contest.
Shin had to aim for a 20-meter mark with a pitching wedge, while the players, stationed eight meters away, tried to kick the ball into a small goal post.
Each participant had five attempts, and the contest was tied at two-all after the fourth round.
In a surprising turn during the final attempt, Shin missed his mark, allowing Hwang to secure the victory by putting the ball into the small post.
The event was marked by camaraderie and enjoyment, as Shin and the participating players engaged in post-event activities, signing autographs and posing for pictures not only amongst themselves but also with the enthusiastic galleries who came to witness the unique crossover between golf and football at the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup.
Ends.Indonesian national football team coach, Tae-yong Shin, made a notable appearance at the second edition of the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup, currently underway at the Pondok Indah Golf Club in Jakarta.
Thai duo Atthaya Thitikul and Phannarai Meesom-us fired matching four-under-par 68s on the opening day of the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup, forming part of a four-way tie for the lead on Thursday.
South Korea's Da-yeon Lee and highly-rated amateur Hyo-song Lee also returned with identical 68s as the second edition of the Ladies Asian Tour (LAT) Series event got off to a pulsating start at the Pondok Indah Golf Club in Jakarta.
Phannarai, a third-year professional who predominantly competes in Thailand and Taiwan circuits, capitalised on her fine start by mixing six birdies with two bogeys, sharing the limelight with her more illustrious compatriot, Atthaya.
Atthaya, the highest-ranked player in the 58-woman field at world No. 9, lived up to her billing by also firing six birdies against two bogeys.
Hyo-song proved she is no pushover against her illustrious professional rivals by marking her scorecard with five birdies and one bogey, with Da-yeon matching her efforts.
The leading quartet holds a two-shot advantage over Thai amateur Eila Galitsky, South Korean pair Hee-jeong Lee and Min-byeol Kim, and Fiona Xu of New Zealand.
Meesom-us was pleased as punch to emerge as the joint leader, saying that a birdie-birdie start had helped set the tone for the day.
Despite hailing from a tropical country, Meesom-us admitted she was struggling to cope with the hot and humid weather.
"Really surprised to finish as one of the leaders.
"I started the first round really well with two birdies on the first two holes. From then on, I was confident that I could finish under-par. It's just a question of how low can I go," said Meesom-us.
"The course is in good shape, and I was hitting my irons really well. I did miss some shots, but overall, it was great except for the weather!
"Even as a Thai, I have to say that it's really hot out there."
Phannarai, making her Simone Asia-Pacific Cup debut, has expressed her excitement about the prospects of the LAT Series.
She said the formation of a women's professional circuit in the Asia-Pacific region is much-needed to further grow the game here.
"This is the first time I'm playing in an LAT Series event, and it excites me a lot," said Phannarai.
"Players like us need more of these events because we could gain plenty of experience out of it. This will serve us well and be a stepping stone for us before going to a higher level such as the LPGA Tour."
Meanwhile, the team leaderboard saw Team Korea 5, comprising of Hyo-song and Min-sol Kim, rule the early proceedings.
Min-sol signed for a 72 to complement Hyo-song's 68 as they led by one shot from Thailand 2 (Phannarai and Busabakorn Sukapan) and Thailand 4 (Atthaya Thitikul and Jaravee Bonchant).
World No. 9 Atthaya Thitikul insists she is not under pressure to live up to her reputation as the highest-ranked player when she makes her debut in the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup, which commences on Thursday in Jakarta, Indonesia.
While most of the world's best players are taking a brief competition hiatus following a hectic season, the 20-year-old Thai, a two-time LPGA Tour winner, had little qualms about making one last appearance at the Pondok Indah Golf Course (PIGC) before 2023 brings down its curtain.
All Atthaya wanted to do was to "have fun" with her teammate and fellow LPGA Tour competitor Jaravee Boonchant and do Thailand proud in the US$750,000 event, which features a unique format where players compete for both individual and team glory.
Atthaya, also fondly known by her nickname 'Jean', is fully aware that she's going to face strong competition.
The other notable names in the 58-woman field are world No. 17 and six-time LPGA Tour winner Nasa Hataoka of Japan, along with Korean LPGA Tour stars Da-yeon Lee, So-young Lee, Hee-jeong Lim, Min-byeol Kim, and You-min Hwang.
"I don’t really have pressure as I try not to think about the results. But it is my last event for the year so I’m just going to give it my best and just have fun with my team," said Atthaya, who had 13 top 10 finishes on the LPGA Tour this season.
"I think there’s a lot of expectations of me at the moment but I think it should be fun, and PIGC is a good course and in good condition.
"I’m looking forward to playing at the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup, which is such a fun and interesting event, especially as we play as a team and as an individual at the same time.
"It is similar to how we’d play as an amateur, which makes it a lot of fun.
"I am excited to play with my teammate (Jaravee). The last time we played was back in Honda (LPGA Thailand in 2022). Since then, didn’t really get to play much together. So I’m excited that we play alongside her.
"Good food and good fun. That is our team chemistry!"
Hataoka was also honoured to be lending her star credentials to the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup, which forms part of the burgeoning Ladies Asian Tour Series, a brainchild of the Asia Golf Leaders Forum (AGLF).
"I’m so happy to be here. Like Japan and Korea, they have big tournaments but not so much in Indonesia and other Asian countries," said Hataoka, who came joint runner-up at the LPGA Tour's season-ending CME Group Tour Championship recently.
"Through this tournament, we can now have a big tournament in Indonesia, so I think it can be a big help for developing Asian countries in regards to women's golf.
"I want to showcase my ability to the fans this week."
Local top amateur Patricia Sinolungan is savouring another opportunity to compete against the region's best and vowed to make the most of her second appearance in the tournament.
Patricia, who plays collegiate golf in the United States, stole the limelight by finishing a creditable tied sixth to emerge as the low amateur.
"I just want to say thank you to the LAT Series, the AGLF, and Simone who worked together to bring the second edition of this tournament. This is such a tremendous opportunity to show our local talent here in Asia-Pacific," said Patricia.
"The region has produced great top players, and it would be great to see more people coming to watch how we grow even further.
"I’m competing against the greatest players I’ve played with so far, so I am only filled with gratitude and just looking forward to having fun and a great time.
"This event is so great for the Asia-Pacific region, and I’m hoping that a lot of people come watch and cheer as I will play my best to try and return the favour."
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A 'relaxed' Princess Mary Superal of the Philippines is ready to fend off competition from some of the world-class players once again as she bids to defend the individual title at the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup in Jakarta, Indonesia, this week.
The 26-year-old, who pulled off a fairy tale victory by beating major winners So-yeon Ryu of South Korea and New Zealand's Lydia Ko in the inaugural edition 16 months ago, is downplaying the pressure to secure back-to-back wins ahead of the tee-off on Thursday at the renowned Pondok Indah Golf Club.
Both Ryu and Ko are not returning this time, but the US$750,000 tournament, which also features a national team event, boasts star power with world No. 9 Atthaya Thitikul and No. 17 Nasa Hataoka of Japan leading the 58-player field.
Atthaya enters the competition fresh from winning the Vare Trophy on the just-concluded LPGA Tour, an award given to the player with the lowest scoring average, while Hataoka concluded a commendable joint runner-up at the LPGA Tour's season-ending CME Group Tour Championship.
Adding to the formidable lineup of competitors in the event jointly sanctioned by the Ladies Asian Tour (LAT) and Asia Golf Leaders Forum (AGLF) are the cream of the crop from the KLPGA Tour, namely Da-yeon Lee, So-young Lee, Min-byeol Kim, and You-min Hwang.
Despite returning as the defending champion, Princess believes she's still an underdog in the tournament- just like last year.
"Last year, going into this tournament, I wasn't expecting anything. I was just here to play, really focused on my own game, and when I won the tournament, it just stunned me," said Princess, who's playing on the JLPGA's second-tier Step Up Tour.
"It was my first-ever professional win, and I've been able to grow confidence in my game ever since then.
"I plan to do just the same this year, just mind my own game while learning from all the top players.
"There's no pressure at all. Frankly, I just feel very grateful to be able to play in the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup again and want to enjoy playing this week."
Princess is also eager to contend strongly again against defending champions South Korea in the team event.
Last year, Princess, with then-partner Pauline Del Rosario, finished second to eventual winners Ryu and Bo-mee Lee.
This time, Princess will be teaming up with LPGA Tour player Bianca Pagdanganan, who was part of the Filipino side that famously beat South Korea to the Indonesia Asian Games team gold in 2018, held at the Pondok Indah Golf Club.
"Having won the individual title, it's definitely a goal of mine to aim for glory in the team event," said Princess.
"It's going to be a great experience for both myself and Bianca. We will try to do our very best to contend."
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As golf tournaments globally take a temporary break, women's golf in the Asia-Pacific region stands out as an exception to this trend.
This week, all eyes are on Jakarta, Indonesia, as the 2023 Simone Asia-Pacific Cup, hosted by the Asia Golf Leaders Forum (AGLF), prepares to take centre stage.
The three-day event, featuring an impressive US$750,000 prize fund, is set to kick off on Thursday at the prestigious Pondok Indah Golf Course.
Occurring just before the holiday season, the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup emerges as the exclusive international golf event happening globally during this period, promising a special holiday treat for golf enthusiasts.
It guarantees an enthralling display, seamlessly blending the excitement of competition with the joyous essence of the holiday season.
Entering its second edition, the tournament features 58 professional and amateur players from 16 countries, including South Korea, Thailand, Japan, the Philippines, Taiwan, China, Australia, and the United States.
A thrilling competition is certainly on the horizon as the tournament features some of the world's best golfers, led by world No. 9 Atthaya Thitikul, who will undoubtedly aim to cap off a consistent season with a victory.
The 20-year-old did not secure a victory but has impressed with 13 top-10 finishes out of 21 tournaments entered.
What makes her feat even more impressive is that her string of good results earned her the LPGA Tour's Vare Trophy, awarded to the player with the lowest scoring average of the season.
This accomplishment makes her the first non-winner to receive the award.
Atthaya will also aim to contend strongly in the national team event, where she's teaming up with Jaravee Boonchant, a fellow competitor on the LPGA Tour.
This formidable Thai combination is regarded as a genuine contender, poised to challenge the mighty South Koreans for the top spot in the team competition.
Represented by their KLPGA Tour stars, South Korea will rely on the seasoned Da-yeon Lee and So-young Lee, both 26, who boast a combined total of 14 titles in their home tour, to vie for both the individual and team titles.
Young stars Min-byeol Kim and You-min Hwang, the KLPGA's top two rookies aged 19 and 20, will also aim to make their mark as they come together to form another "dream team."
Pride is on the line for the South Koreans as they seek to defend the team title won by Bo-mee Lee and So-yeon Ryu.
Philippines' Princess Mary Superal is gearing up to defend her title, but she undoubtedly aims for more, teaming up with compatriot Bianca Pagdanganan.
Pagdanganan holds cherished memories at the Pondok Indah Golf Course, having secured a bronze in the 2018 Indonesia Asian Games.
Representing Japan is Nasa Hataoka, with an impressive track record of six wins on the LPGA Tour and six on the JLPGA Tour, making a formidable entry into the competition.
Hataoka will be partnering with Aihi Takano.
Australian Robyn Choi, who topped the LPGA Tour Qualifying Series, recently confirmed her participation in the tournament.
Hyundai, the official vehicle sponsor of the tournament, is offering a brand-new Stargazer minivan as a hole-in-one prize on two par-three holes (Nos. 12 and 17).
The tournament will be broadcast live by JTBC Golf, the official broadcasting station of the event.
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Singapore’s Amanda Tan and Aloysa Atienza will be seeking to end their 2023 season with performances befitting of their status as one of the best golfers from the country when the second edition of the Simone Asia Pacific Cup returns to the Pondok Indah Golf Couse in Jakarta from December 21-23.
Teeing up at their last event of the year, the pair will be flying the country’s flag at the Ladies Asian Tour Series-sanctioned tournament, which boosts a lucrative total prize fund of US$750,000 and a strong field that features powerhouses in women’s golf with teams from South Korea, Japan, China, and Chinese Taipei.
Former world number one, Atthaya Thitikul of Thailand is expected to headline the event along with Japan’s Nasa Hataoka, who has six wins on the LPGA Tour and six on the Japan Ladies Professional Golf (JLPGA) Tour.
Atienza, who was recently named the Female Golfer of the Year at the Singapore Golf Association (SGA) Annual Gala and Awards dinner, believes her second appearance at the tournament will be an improved one despite enduring a lacklustre season.
“Having played against top players like Yealimi Noh in the same event last year, I felt like I learnt a lot from her and I hope that this year I’ll be able to improve on my performance from then,” said Atienza, who finished in tied-36th place at the inaugural event.
“2023 is definitely not the best of years for me, performance-wise. It has been a year of grinding. Regardless, I think that this year has been very important in my journey thus far as I’m learning to dig deep during my struggles and to focus on trusting the process.
“Nevertheless, I’ve been blessed with countless opportunities to represent Singapore in major events this year. All of which I thoroughly enjoyed myself and learnt heaps,” added the 25-year-old.
Having described 2023 as a year of struggles, Tan, who is the first Singaporean to earn a card for the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Epson Tour - the second tier of the women’s professional circuit in the United States, is also hoping to turn the corner with a good performance in Jakarta.
“No doubt 2023 has been tough for me. Having to barely make cuts on the Epson tour and struggling with my game hasn’t made it easy. Despite all the lows I am honoured to have the opportunity to represent Singapore in the Asian games and definitely learn a lot in my first year on the Epson Tour.
“I would like to just go out there and play my best. Enjoy the whole experience and learn as much out of it as I can,” said Tan.
The Simone Asia Pacific Cup, hosted by the Asian Golf Leaders Forum (AGLF), serves as a gathering ground for 29 teams from 13 APAC golf associations, featuring formidable contenders like South Korea, Japan, and Thailand in Indonesia.
The tournament adopts a 54-hole stroke play format, with a lucrative purse of US$550,000 allocated for the individual contest.
Additionally, there's an enticing US$200,000 up for grabs in the team competition, intensifying the stakes and adding an extra layer of excitement to this prestigious event.
The Koreans secured team victory in the inaugural edition last year through So-yeon Lee and Bomee Lee, while Princess Mary Superal of the Philippines took home the individual title.
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Robyn Choi and Annie Park, buoyed by recent successes, aim to carry their positive momentum into the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup in Jakarta, Indonesia, scheduled for December 21-23.
Set to represent Australia and the United States at the Pondok Indah Golf Course in the second edition of the US$750,000 tournament hosted by the Asian Golf Leaders Forum (AGLF), Choi and Park are riding high after securing their LPGA Tour cards through the LPGA Q-Series, which took place on Wednesday.
The gruelling six-day, 108-hole contest, which took place in Alabama, USA, saw Choi passing with flying colours as she posted a superb 29-under-par total to top the leaderboard by three shots and claim medalist honours.
This brilliant effort earned Choi a return to the LPGA Tour following her rookie season in 2019.
With the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup also featuring a unique national team event, Choi and Cassie Porter will join forces to lead a formidable two-member Australian side, aspiring to contend strongly against powerhouses like South Korea, Japan, and Thailand.
Porter, who competes on the Epson Tour, was part of the team that finished eighth last year.
Porter is not short of confidence ahead of her second Simone Asia-Pacific Cup appearance after finishing a creditable 11th in the recently held ISPS Handa Women's Australian Open.
Park will add to the star power of this year's tournament, bringing with her one LPGA Tour victory and the 2015 Symetra Tour Player of the Year title.
The 2018 Shoprite LPGA Classic winner demonstrated her resilience, swiftly regaining her card lost earlier in the season through the Q-Series, achieving this feat in dramatic fashion by shooting an eight-under-par total that landed her right on the top-45 borderline necessary to secure LPGA status.
With her sights set on the Simone Asia-Pacific Cup team honour, Park will join forces with Gabriella Then, a one-time Epson Tour winner, to launch a formidable challenge.
Last week, AGLF finalised the tournament field, showcasing 58 players from 16 countries.
Among the prominent participants are Thailand's world No. 9 Atthaya Thitikul, world No. 17 Nasa Hataoka of Japan, and distinguished Epson Tour stars such as So-young Lee, a six-time winner, Epson Tour Rookie of the Year You-min Hwang, Da-yeon Lee, and Min-byeol Kim—all ranking among the top 60 players in the Rolex Rankings.
The tournament follows a 54-hole stroke play format, with US$550,000 allocated for the individual contest and an additional US$200,000 up for grabs in the team competition.
South Korea secured the team title last year, with the formidable duo of Bo-mee Lee and So-yeon Ryu. The individual crown was claimed by Princess Mary Superal of the Philippines.
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Asian Golf Leaders Forum(以下 AGLF)は 2023 年 12 月 21 日(木)より 12 月 23 日(土)までの 3 日間、Ladies Asian Tour(以下 LAT)の一戦である〈Simone APAC Cup(シモーネ アジアパシフィック カップ)〉を Pondok Indah Golf Course(インドネシア ジャカルタ)にて開催いたします。
昨年に引き続き 2 回目の開催となる本大会は、54 ホールストロークプレーの個人戦、各国 2 名 1 チーム(計 29 チーム)の団体戦によって順位を競います。
昨年は全 16 ヵ国の選手が出場し、日本からは渋野日向子・暉璃子姉妹や櫻井心那ら、韓国からはイ・ボミらが出 場し話題を呼びました。
本年も昨年同様 16 ヵ国 58 名の選手が参加し、日本からは黄金世代の西畑萌香、2023 年 CME ツアー選手権 2 位の畑岡奈紗、2022 年に日本人として史上 2 人目となる全米女子アマチュアゴルフ選手権で優勝し、今年 JLPGA プロテストに合格しプロ入りを果たした馬場咲希、同じく今年 JLPGA プロテストを合格した髙野愛姫の 計 4 選手が出場いたします。
さらには USLPGA2 勝、ロレックスランキング 9 位(12 月 8 日時点)のアタヤ・ティティクル、2023 年 JLPGA QT ランキング 17 位で来季前半戦の出場権を獲得したアンシネも出場します。
豪華な面々が揃ったアジアの女王を決定する戦いはもう間もなくインドネシアを舞台に繰り広げられます。
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AGLF(Asian Golf Leaders Forum)は 2023 年 12 月 21 日(木)より 12 月 23 日(土)までの 3 日間、 LAT(Ladies Asian Tour)の一戦〈Simone APAC Cup(シモーネ アジアパシフィック カップ)〉を Pondok Indah Golf Course(インドネシア)にて開催すると発表しました。
さて、このたび日本からの出場選手が決定いたしましたのでお知らせします。
<出場選手>
■ 畑岡 奈紗 (2023 年 CME Group Tour Championship 2 位)
■ 馬場 咲希 (2022 年 全米女子アマチュアゴルフ選手権優勝、2023 年 JLPGA プロテスト 2 位 T)
■ 西畑 萌香 (2022 年 フンドーキンレディース 8 位 T)
■ @髙野 愛姫 (2023 年 ゴルフ 5 レディスプロゴルフトーナメント 24 位 T)
<大会概要>
■ 正式 名称 Simone APAC Cup
■ 開催 日程 12 月 21 日(木)~12 月 23 日(土)54 ホールストローク
■ 開催コース Pondok Indah Golf Course(インドネシア/ジャカルタ)
■ 出場 人数 58 名
■ 賞金 総額 US$750,000
■ 個人戦優勝賞金 US$550,000
■ 団体戦優勝賞金 US$200,000
今大会における、スケジュールや取材登録につきましては再度ご案内差し上げますので、 そちらをご確認ください。
Road to Simone Asia Pacific Cup begins with two-day Indonesian Qualifying Tournament for hopefuls
AGLF continues to develop women’s golf in Indonesia
Eugene Group to donate funds for amateurs competing in the Simone Asia Pacific Cup
Jakarta, November 22: The Qualifying Tournament (QT) for the 2023 Simone Asia Pacific Cup is set to tee off at the Pondok Indah Golf Course from November 23-24.
Organised by the Asia Golf Leaders Forum (AGLF) and PGA Tour of Indonesia (PGATI), the QT is open to professional and amateur golfers from Indonesia where the top three professional players and the top two amateur players will eventually punch their tickets to the Simone Asia Pacific Cup after two days of 36 holes of stroke play.
The five Indonesian players along with an AGLF nominated player from the host country will then compete in three teams of two for the national team competition and also for the individual competition.
As part of its commitment towards the development of golf in Indonesia, Eugene Group (Chairman Kyung-Sun Yu) will donate funds for amateur players participating in the Simone Asia Pacific Cup and award special scholarships to promising amateurs.
Indonesia is still considered an unexplored territory in terms of women's golf. Barbra Mizrahier remains the only Indonesian-born player to have competed on the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour when she made her debut in 1987.
With approximately a dozen registered female professionals from Indonesia, the AGLF is actively promoting women's golf in the Asia-Pacific region- including Indonesia and providing opportunities for further growth.
Local golfer Tatiana Wijaya, who participated in the inaugural Simone Asia Pacific Cup last year said: “The Simone Asia Pacific Cup is a very special golf tournament in many ways. We get the opportunity to play against the best golfers in the APAC region right here at home.”
The return of the Simone Asia Pacific Cup to Pondok Indah Golf Course next month will feature 58 players from 16 countries, including Korea, Japan, Thailand, and the Philippines.
Korea's top stars include Da Yeon Lee, Rookie of the Year Min-byul Kim, and Youmin Hwang, while Thailand will be represented by former LPGA Tour Rookie of the Year Atthaya Thitikul. Nasa Hataoka, who boasts six LPGA Tour wins and six JLPGA Tour wins, will spearhead the Japanese challenge.
AGLF spokesperson said: "We see this qualifying tournament as a strategic partnership with PGATI and we hope to be a stepping stone for the development of women's golf in Indonesia. Playing alongside such players will surely provide invaluable experiences for Indonesian golfers and hopefully motivate the country to improve and strive for bigger goals.”
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About Asia Golf Leaders Forum (AGLF)
The AGLF was launched in 2020 with the vision of developing women's golf in the Asia Pacific region. It is comprised of 14 national governing bodies (KGA and KLPGA in Korea) from 13 countries, including South Korea, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Australia, India, Myanmar, and SingaporeThere are currently 10 corporate members and they include Hoban Consulting, Baz International, Yeoun, Sky72, Sollago CC, Yuseong CC, GA Korea, Solhaeone, Pondok Indah Golf Course (PIGC), Golfzon China. The R&A is a special member of the AGLF.
About Simone Asia Pacific Cup
The Simone Asia Pacific Cup brings together teams from 13 countries and 14 golf associations, where female golfers compete in team and individual events in the 54-hole stroke play tournament. It is part of the series of tournaments on the Ladies Asian Tour (LAT) Series. The inaugural edition in 2022 saw Philippines' Princess Mary Superal held off some of the world's best golfers to claim her maiden professional international title at the Pondok Indah Golf Course then. Team Korea clinched the team competition title.
About Eugene Group
Founded in 1954, Eugene Group is a large South Korean conglomerate, producing industry, media, construction, and confectionery products. It also has subsidiaries that provide financial, IT, advertising, broadcasting, logistics, and food services. In addition, it operates a couple golf courses and home improvement stores.
Philippines’ Princess Mary Superal set to return for individual title defence
Highest ranked Japanese, Nasa Hataoka confirmed for 2nd edition of Simone Asia Pacific Cup
[Thailand's world no. 9 Atthaya Thitikul][Thailand's world no. 9 Atthaya Thitikul]
World No. 9 Atthaya Thitikul is set to lend her star power to the second edition of the Simone Asia Pacific Cup in Indonesia from December 21-23, alongside Filipino star Princess Mary Superal, who returns to defend her individual title.
The 20-year-old Atthaya ranks highest among the 58 participants in this impressive showdown hosted by Asian Golf Leaders Forum (AGLF), all vying for a substantial prize purse of US$750,000 at the famed Pondok Indah Golf Course in Jakarta.
A thrilling battle is on the cards as these players not only compete for individual glory but also vie for their country's honour through the team event, with the Simone Asia Pacific Cup bringing together 29 teams from 13 APAC golf associations, including formidable contenders such as South Korea, Japan, and Thailand in Indonesia.
The tournament employs a 54-hole stroke play format, with US$500,000 allocated for the individual contest and an additional US$250,000 up for grabs in the team competition.
The former world No. 1, Atthaya, will certainly be the one to look out for, as she has been performing exceptionally well in recent months on the LPGA Tour, finishing no worse than seventh position in the last seven starts.
During this period, Atthaya also impressed with three runner-up finishes, including the Maybank Championship in Malaysia last month, where she was involved in an epic nine-hole playoff battle with Celine Boutier of France, tying the record for the second-longest playoff in LPGA Tour history.
The Thais certainly mean business as they field formidable combinations in their bid to dethrone South Korea in the team competition. The Koreans secured victory in the inaugural edition last year through So-yeon Lee and Bomee Lee.
Atthaya will join forces with Jaravee Boonchant, who is making her second Simone Asia Pacific Cup appearance. Meanwhile, Chanettee Wannasaen, who sensationally clinched the Portland Classic as a Monday qualifier in September, will team up with Hanoi SEA Games doubles gold medallist Natthakritta Vongtaveelap.
Princess will be looking forward to returning to the scene where she claimed the biggest win of her professional career in grand fashion.
She finished the tournament with a 12-under-par total, beating major winners So-yeon and New Zealand's Lydia Ko by three and four shots, respectively.
This time, Princess is back with a dual mission for Team Philippines— not only to defend her individual crown but also to vie for team honors once again, following last year's second-place finish with Pauline Del Rosario.
Teaming up with Princess this year is the accomplished Bianca Pagdaganan, currently competing on the LPGA Tour.
The Pondok Indah Golf Course holds special significance for Bianca, as it was the venue where she contributed to the Philippines' team gold and secured an individual bronze during the 2018 Indonesia Asian Games.
Despite the absence of So-yeon and Bomee, the Korean team remains formidable, with their KLPGA Tour stars ever ready to take over the baton.
Stepping into the spotlight are reigning six-time KLPGA Tour winner So-young Lee, KLPGA Tour Rookie of the Year You-min Hwang, Da-yeon Lee and Min-byeol Kim, all of whom rank among the top 80 players in the Rolex Rankings.
You-min has set her sights on a better showing in her second appearance.
"When playing last year, I felt that the course was very difficult. But now, with the chance to play again, I’m confident I can perform well. I'm honoured to have such an opportunity again, and with this second chance, I'll strive to deliver my best performance," she said.
Da-yeon said, "I feel honoured and bear a great responsibility in representing my country for the first time. I look forward to this meaningful event, especially since the players I'm competing with are close friends of mine.”
Japan will be represented by world no. 18, Nasa Hataoka, who has six wins on the LPGA Tour and six on the Japan Ladies Professional Golf (JLPGA) Tour. Taiwan is represented by sisters Vivian Hou and Yu-Sang Hou. They are joined by two-time JLPGA Tour winners Pei-Ying Tsai and Peiyun Chien.
AGLF Secretary General Paul Park said: “The event will bring together some of the world's most promising young golfers from each Asia Pacific country, and we’re excited to see them on one field."
The AGLF was launched in 2020 with the vision of developing women's golf in the Asia Pacific region. It is comprised of 14 national governing bodies (KGA and KLPGA in Korea) from 13 countries, including South Korea, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Australia, India, Myanmar, and Singapore.
"Last year was all about firsts," added Park.
“We worked hard to establish our organization and build relationships between 14 golf federations in 13 countries. This year, in our second year, the communication has been seamless, and we have been able to gather a lot of great players from all over the world. It's great to see the future of women's golf in the Asia-Pacific region, including Australia and New Zealand, coming together in one place.”
About Asia Golf Leaders Forum (AGLF)
The AGLF was launched in 2020 with the vision of developing women's golf in the Asia Pacific region. It is comprised of 14 national governing bodies (KGA and KLPGA in Korea) from 13 countries, including South Korea, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Australia, India, Myanmar, and SingaporeThere are currently 10 corporate members and they include Hoban Consulting, Baz International, Yeoun, Sky72, Sollago CC, Yuseong CC, GA Korea, Solhaeone, Pondok Indah Golf Course (PIGC), Golfzon China. The R&A is a special member of the AGLF.
About Simone Asia Pacific Cup
The Simone Asia Pacific Cup brings together teams from 13 countries and 14 golf associations, where female golfers compete in team and individual events in the 54-hole stroke play tournament. It is part of the series of tournaments on the Ladies Asian Tour (LAT) Series. The inaugural edition in 2022 saw Philippines' Princess Mary Superal held off some of the world's best golfers to claim her maiden professional international title at the Pondok Indah Golf Course then. Team Korea clinched the team competition title.
Japan's highest-ranked golfer Nasa Hataoka at world no. 18Japan's highest-ranked golfer Nasa Hataoka at world no. 18
Greetings from AGLF!
It is our honor to deliver a great news from Japan! Ms. Sakurai Kokona, who showed great
performance at “Simone Asia Pacific Cup” held in Pondok Indah Golf Course in Jakarta,
Indonesia in August 2022 as a Japan representative, has won in the 18th tournament of JLPGA Tour 2023 – the “Shiseido Ladies Open”!
With her winning news, Kokona has sent her regards to ALGF stating that she has been
motivated by the “Simone Asia Pacific Cup”.
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