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Prayad wants more after fifth straight title in Japan

Thailand’s Prayad Marksaeng gestures after winning the Fukuoka Senior Open on Sunday.

Prayad Marksaeng continued his brilliant run in Japan on Sunday winning his fifth consecutive title at the Fukuoka Senior Open.

The 56-year-old Thai, who has been playing on the Japanese senior tour since 2016, shot a four-under-par 68 in the second and final round at Fukuoka Country Club.

He defeated local star Hiroyuki Fujita by one shot.

“I am really happy. I have been playing in Japan for many years and this is the first time I have won five titles in a row,” said Prayad, who has competed in 11 tournaments this year.

“Although I have already won many titles, I still want to win more.”

Sunday’s win was his 20th on Japan’s senior circuit.

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