Yin holds off Kim to win sixth LPGA title, end title drought
China's Yin Ruoning held her nerve to claim her first tour win since 2024 with a two-shot triumph at the FM Championship.
New York: In a momentous victory, China's Yin Ruoning overcame her two-year title drought and secured her sixth LPGA Tour win at the FM Championship on Sunday. The 23-year-old golfer demonstrated remarkable poise under pressure, clinching a two-shot triumph with a closing two-under-par 70, finishing the tournament at 14 under. The 2023 Women's PGA Championship champion showcased her prowess with five birdies and three bogeys, claiming her first victory on the LPGA Tour since 2024.
Yin expressed her emotional relief on the 18th green, acknowledging the hard work that had paid off. She admitted to feeling nervous about her competing partners Kim Hyo-joo and Kim Sei-young, who finished at one-under-par 71 and one-over-par 73 respectively. Yin reflected on her struggles this season, admitting to doubting her ability to win another title after numerous near-misses. She emphasized the importance of patience and self-belief, concluding that good things take time.
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