Thailand's Jeeno Thitikul has secured her second back-to-back title at the LPGA Tour Championship, a prestigious season finale event, by defending her victory at the CME Group Tour Championship. The 22-year-old Thai golfer finished with a total score of four under par on Sunday, edging out compatriot Pajaree Anannarukarn by four shots.
Thitikul's impressive performance has made her only the second player to win back-to-back LPGA Tour Championship titles, following in the footsteps of South Korea's Ko Jin-young. The victory comes with a prize purse of $4 million and the coveted LPGA Player of the Year award.
Despite facing challenges from injuries throughout the season, Thitikul managed to maintain her focus and composure on the course. "I love this golf course," she said, expressing her affection for Tiburon Golf Club, where the event was held. Playing in the final tournament of the year gave Thitikul a much-needed boost of energy.
Thitikul's win marked an impressive comeback from injuries that had plagued her earlier in the season. She attributed her ability to overcome these challenges to her mental preparation and approach to golf. "I was just like 'I'll be able to play'," she said, indicating that she was confident in her abilities without expecting too much.
The victory also brought Thitikul recognition as the Vare Trophy winner for having the lowest scoring average throughout the season. Alongside her LPGA Player of the Year award and a $4 million prize purse, this win has solidified Thitikul's position at the top of women's golf worldwide.
Meanwhile, other players in contention included English pair Lottie Woad and Charley Hull, who finished on 11 under par but narrowly missed out on the title. Despite their valiant efforts, they were unable to match Thitikul's consistent performance throughout the event.
Thitikul's impressive win has not only cemented her status as one of the top golfers in women's sports globally but also provided a boost to Thailand's national team, which hopes to see more success on the international stage.
Thitikul's impressive performance has made her only the second player to win back-to-back LPGA Tour Championship titles, following in the footsteps of South Korea's Ko Jin-young. The victory comes with a prize purse of $4 million and the coveted LPGA Player of the Year award.
Despite facing challenges from injuries throughout the season, Thitikul managed to maintain her focus and composure on the course. "I love this golf course," she said, expressing her affection for Tiburon Golf Club, where the event was held. Playing in the final tournament of the year gave Thitikul a much-needed boost of energy.
Thitikul's win marked an impressive comeback from injuries that had plagued her earlier in the season. She attributed her ability to overcome these challenges to her mental preparation and approach to golf. "I was just like 'I'll be able to play'," she said, indicating that she was confident in her abilities without expecting too much.
The victory also brought Thitikul recognition as the Vare Trophy winner for having the lowest scoring average throughout the season. Alongside her LPGA Player of the Year award and a $4 million prize purse, this win has solidified Thitikul's position at the top of women's golf worldwide.
Meanwhile, other players in contention included English pair Lottie Woad and Charley Hull, who finished on 11 under par but narrowly missed out on the title. Despite their valiant efforts, they were unable to match Thitikul's consistent performance throughout the event.
Thitikul's impressive win has not only cemented her status as one of the top golfers in women's sports globally but also provided a boost to Thailand's national team, which hopes to see more success on the international stage.
22 and already two LPGA Tour Championship titles under her belt? That's insane! 
I'm not surprised she won tho, she seems like a total rockstar on the course 
. And I love how down-to-earth she is, "I'll be able to play" lol yeah girl, you've got this 
. And $4 million? Yaaas, she's living her best life 
. Can't wait to see what next season holds for her! 
. Anyway, it seems like Jeeno really pulled off a sick comeback from injuries, which is super impressive... unless she wasn't even injured and just had a hot streak? Hmm, maybe I'm reading too much into this... but for real, $4 million prize purse is no joke 
she's literally a legend on the course!!! i was thinking about how we're getting ready for our exams and it feels like Jeeno is crushing it out there too 
her mental toughness is defo something to learn from, i mean we're always stressing about scores and grades but Jeeno's all about confidence and focus 
she's literally the real MVP 
so Jeeno Thitikul is like the ultimate golfing rockstar now 
and I love how she's all like "I love this golf course" lol like, girl, you're not fooling anyone with that 'love' vibe 
but for real, congrats to her on an impressive comeback from injuries 
Did Thitikul have any major moments where she pulled ahead of Pajaree, or was it a close competition throughout?
! She's like a 
, always on the prowl for that next big win 
! Winning back-to-back titles is no joke, but she's got the 
and mental toughness to pull it off 
- she's all about believing in herself 
! The Vare Trophy is hers, and so is that $4 million prize purse 
. This win is all about Thitikul being herself and owning it 
. And for Thailand's national team, this is a huge boost 
️! We're seeing more success on the international stage, and it's all thanks to amazing golfers like Jeeno 
!
. Thitikul turned adversity into a blessing, and it paid off in the biggest way possible! Her attitude is giving me all the motivation to tackle my own challenges with confidence 
. And let's be real, who doesn't love a good underdog story? 
. She's the real MVP now, solidifying her spot at the top of women's golf worldwide 
. I'm loving the confidence boost for Thailand's national team too 
- this is exactly what they needed to step up their game. What do you think? Do you follow golf, or was Thitikul a surprise winner for you?