Being a winner of an event on the PGA Tour is a special feeling. But when the victory comes twice in the same event in two years, it becomes extra special. However, it becomes a memory to hold close to one’s heart when the tournament turns out to be a special event like the Shriners Children’s Open, something which Tom Kim might be feeling right about now.

Usually, when a player competes in an event, they do so because of the points to be earned or the money that is up for grabs. However, in Kim’s case, it turned out to be different as he disclosed the reason behind the triumph, turning out to be an “inspiring” one no less!

Tom Kim divulges his reason behind the Shriners Children’s Open victory

The South Korean golfer was able to emerge victorious in the third event of the FedEx fall season by registering a score of  20-under 264. The professional took home a winner’s cut of $1,512,000 along with 500 FedEx Cup points. However, his win at the event did not come mainly due to the reasons given above.

In a press conference after the match, the 21-year-old was asked about what it means for him to defend his title at such an event. The 3X PGA Tour champ expressed how special it was to win in an event dedicated to children. Moreover, he pointed out how it “would mean the world” if he is able to do anything “just to inspire one kid out there.”

Adding to his response, Kim indicated how cool it was to repeat his win at the tournament. Moreover, he revealed how such a result was “only possible because of the kids” while alluding to the inspiration he received from the kids.

Well, it does take a talented golfer to make history like Kim did at the fall event. However, he wasn’t the first one to do so at the tournament in Las Vegas. Who was it you ask? Well, do read on!

Successfully defending their title at Las Vegas

There have been many cases where defending champions come out victorious, like Tiger Woods in his multiple major championships, or Brooks Koepka at Jeddah. However, for the event in Las Vegas, only two people have managed this feat, Tom Kim and veteran golfer Jim Furyk.

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Furyk achieved the second victory in 1999 when the tournament was called the Las Vegas Invitational. The victory became his second consecutive win at the event while being his third overall. The veteran golfer registered a score of 29-under 331 to win by one stroke and lift the cup.

And now, the South Korean has entered the list of golfers who have successfully managed to defend their titles. A true phenom he is!

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