The highly anticipated second edition of the Singapore Women’s Masters, a key overseas event on the China LPGA Tour, is set to tee off from June 14 to 16 at the Laguna National Golf & Country Club. Over 120 strong players from home and abroad will converge to compete for the championship trophy and a total purse of US$100,000, with world-ranking points up for grabs for top performers.
Last year’s inaugural Singapore Women’s Masters saw local amateur Chen Xuan Yin triumph with an impressive final round performance, becoming the first international amateur to win on the China LPGA Tour. Runner-up Ji Yue’ai, also a China LPGA champion, showcased her skills with a nine-under-par total. Other Chinese talents, including Cui Xiang, Cai Danlin, Sun Jiazhe, Wang Ziyuan, and amateur prodigy Song Ruoqing, demonstrated their prowess.
This year, players inspired by last year’s successes will be well-prepared for the challenge. Veterans and rookies alike are eager to showcase their abilities. Ji Yue’ai, who recently won her first title in the 2024 Tianjin Women’s Challenge, will return to Singapore, seeking to improve on her runner-up finish. Two-time China LPGA champion Sui Xiang is also back, having secured one victory and two runner-up spots in the 2023 season, earning her the title of “Birdie Queen.”
For three-time China LPGA winner Liu Wenbo, this marks her debut at the Singapore Women’s Masters. Her third-place finish in the 2024 Tianjin Women’s Open signals her return to form, making her a player to watch. Thai rising star Pajin, nominated for the “Most Improved Player” in the 2023 China LPGA season, and 13-year-old local sensation Sydnie Ng add to the excitement.
The China LPGA Tour has been instrumental in promoting women’s golf and providing a platform for aspiring Asian talents. The tournament’s director general, Li Hong, emphasizes its role in fostering connections and promoting golf exchanges between countries.
LLD Sports’ CEO and founder of the Singapore Women’s Masters, Ms. Yang Lili, comments on the upcoming event, highlighting the significance of Chen Xuan Yin’s journey and expressing excitement about the competition it fosters.
Scheduled as the fourth stop of the China LPGA Tour 2024 season following events in Tianjin, Beijing, and Zhuhai, the Singapore Women’s Masters will feature a 54-hole individual stroke play over three rounds. The top 60 professionals (including ties) after the first two rounds will advance to the final round. With a prize purse of US$100,000, the tournament promises an exciting spectacle for golf enthusiasts worldwide.
Mark your calendars for the 2024 Singapore Women’s Masters – a grand summer golfing event in Lion City, not to be missed!