Amid Trumping LPGA Prodigy Rose Zhang, 21-Year-Old Japanese Pro Passionately Admits Her Global Ambitions

The TOTO Japan Classic is heating up with 21-year-old Akie Iwai outperforming LPGA stars like Rose Zhang. Amidst fierce competition, Iwai reveals her aspirations hinting at her future in the sport, globally.

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Confessions of Ambition

Akie Iwai, after leading with a -9, expressed a heartfelt wish: “I wish I could talk with foreign players fluently.” Her ambition to join the LPGA is clear, yet she adds, “I just feel like it is too early for me to play in LPGA. But I want to be a player on the LPGA tour in the near future.”

Stellar Performance

Iwai scored a 9 under 63 in the first round of the tournament, tying with the 18-hole scoring record, signaling her readiness for global play.

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