Yin Ruoning emerged victorious at the LPGA Tour's Maybank Championship in Malaysia, securing her second title this month with a stellar performance in the final round. The Chinese golfer shot a remarkable 7-under 65 on Sunday, finishing at 23-under 265 to claim the championship by a single stroke.
Starting the day tied for the lead, Yin displayed composure and skill throughout the round, ultimately sealing her victory with a safe two-putt on the final hole. Her consistent play under pressure allowed her to hold off strong competition, including Thai player Jeeno Thitikul, who finished as the runner-up after a valiant effort.
This win marks Yin's second title in a month, following her dominant six-shot victory at the LPGA Shanghai earlier in the month. Reflecting on her recent success, Yin expressed gratitude for the lessons learned from her past experiences and emphasized the importance of enjoying the game and staying positive.
South Korea's Haeran Ryu put up a commendable performance, finishing two shots behind Yin with a final round score of 67. American Bailey Tardy also impressed with a 65, tying for fourth place alongside second-round leader Maja Stark of Sweden.
Australian golfer Hannah Green, coming off a recent victory in South Korea, continued her strong form with a final round score of 65, securing a sixth-place finish at 15-under 273. She shared the spot with American Marina Alex, Hsu Wei-Ling, and Choi Hye-Jin.
Defending champion Celine Boutier of France faced a challenging day on the course, finishing 11 strokes behind Yin and settling for a tied 12th place.
Yin Ruoning's impressive performance at the Maybank Championship solidifies her status as a rising star in the world of golf, showcasing her talent and determination on the LPGA Tour stage.
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