Top-Ranked Jeeno Thitikul Falters in Singapore: What Does This Mean for American Golf Fans?
Jeeno Thitikul, the world’s top-ranked player, stumbles in her LPGA Singapore debut, underscoring the rising challenge from international rivals while U.S. stars fight to maintain American prominence.
The opening round of the HSBC Women’s World Championship in Singapore served a stark reminder that global competition in women’s golf is intensifying, and America’s best talents face no guarantees. Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul, fresh off a victorious home tournament in Thailand, shot a disappointing 1-over 73 — trailing leader Auston Kim by seven strokes early Thursday on Sentosa Golf Club’s Tanjong course. This setback for Thitikul is not just a personal stumble; it underscores a broader narrative about how the international field is shaping the future of professional women’s golf. With nine of the world’s top ten players participating, including...
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