Amid Her Latest Victory, 19-Year-Old LPGA Star Gets $225,000 Richer After Her Amazing Performance

Many new stars are emerging on the LPGA this year and making history. Rose Zhang, who beat Tiger Woods’ college record, comes first as soon after turning pro she won the Mizuho Americas Open. Then Megan Khang shocked everyone by winning her maiden LPGA title a few days ago. The trend continues as the Portland Classic too has a new champion.

The teenager from Thailand also won her first LPGA title at the Portland Classic and the victory brought to light a very interesting fact. Let’s dive into the story.

Incredible feat for the 19-year-old golfer

As Megan Khang was leading the scoreboard on the final day in Oregon, everyone was surprised when 19-year-old Chanettee Wannasaen took over and claimed the title at the Portland Classic.

She had a great final round score of 63 (-9) and finished first overall with a score of 26-under 262. The golfer also finished the fourth day with an eagle and a total of seven birdies to secure the victory. She received the winner’s share of the $1.5 prize money. She earned $225,000 along with the trophy.It appears that her momentous victory has significantly altered her income. Her career earnings before winning the Portland Classic were a mere $4,586. Her LPGA Tour career earnings after her stunning victory in the Classic amounted to $229,586. The LPGA posted this information on its Twitter account.

Well, the victory will undoubtedly inspire Wannasaen to play better in future tournaments. It was a pivotal week for the young star as the win may also change her career in a big way.

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The win changed everything for Wannasaen

Since getting her LPGA Tour card, the Thai golfer has competed in numerous tournaments. But regrettably, she frequently lacked a robust form. In more than 75% of them, she didn’t make the cut. Only three events — including the Portland Classic — saw her get to the weekend action.

Wannasaen had missed her previous eight cuts.

But now the tables have turned. She not only took home her first championship, but she also made a big mark on LPGA history. She tied for the second-most birdies or eagles over 72 holes in LPGA history with 30 during last week’s victory.

We do hope to see more of Wannasaen’s amazing game in the future. What do you think about the significant rise in her career earnings? Let us know in the comments.

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