Ariya makes history on dramatic day
‘May’ first Thai to lift Honda LPGA trophy
CHON BURI: Ariya Jutanugarn became the first local winner of the Honda LPGA Thailand yesterday, beating compatriot Atthaya Thitikul by one stroke in a dramatic finish to the US$1.6 million tournament.
Ariya saved her best for last with a brilliant nine-under-par 63 in the final for 266 while teenager Atthaya carded a 68 for 267 at Siam Country Club.
The 25-year-old from Bangkok received US$240,000 (approx 7.5 million baht) in prize money while Atthaya got $148,877 (4.8 million baht).
Ariya shed tears of joy as she became the first Thai to win her country’s…
