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Asian Tour Live Blog: Kim Minkyu Wins Kolon Korea Open 2024

The Asian Tour in Korea live. (Photo: Getty)

Kolon Korea Open presented by ELORD 2024 Live Scores

The Kolon Korea Open presented by ELORD in the season 2024 is being played in Cheonan, Korea at the Woo Jeong Hills Country Club. The tournament starts at the Thursday, 20th of June and ends at the Sunday, 23rd of June 2024.
The Kolon Korea Open presented by ELORD is part of the Asian Tour in the season 2024. In 2024 all players competing for a total prize money of KRW1,400,000,000.
The course for the tournament at Woo Jeong Hills Country Club plays at Par .

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The Asian Tour is a principal men’s professional golf tour in Asia, excluding Japan. Established in 1995, it serves as a platform for the region’s top golfers to compete at a high level of competition. The tour is a member of the International Federation of PGA Tours, which includes other major global tours such as the PGA Tour, the European Tour, and the PGA Tour of Australasia.

As a key part of the global golf landscape, the Asian Tour features tournaments across various Asian countries, offering opportunities for local and international players to showcase their talents and vie for significant prize money. Its events are also recognized for world ranking points, contributing to the global status and recognition of the players. The Asian Tour plays a crucial role in the development and promotion of the sport in Asia, nurturing local talents and enhancing the region’s presence in the world of professional golf.

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Cameron Young Achieves Historic 59 Round on PGA Tour

Cameron Young cards historic round at PGA Tour. (Photo: Getty)

American Cameron Young created a sensation with a 59 round at TPC River Highlands. With that achievement Young joined an elite group of players, becoming only the 13th player in PGA Tour history to achieve this feat.

An Unforgettable Day for Young on the PGA Tour

On Saturday, Cameron Young delivered an extraordinary performance at TPC River Highlands, shooting a 59. With seven birdies and two eagles, both on par-4 holes, he surged to the top of the leaderboard and etched his name into the PGA Tour‘s history books. Young’s achievement is even more impressive given that he hit only six fairways but managed to reach 15 greens and sank nearly 40 meters worth of putts in just 24 strokes.

Cameron Young Joins Exclusive Club with Sub-60 Round

By shooting a 59, Young joins an exclusive group of golfers who have scored sub-60 rounds on the PGA Tour. This is the first such round since Scottie Scheffler‘s 59 in 2020. Young began the day in 43rd position and vaulted to a tie for 10th on the leaderboard.

A Day of Highlights at TPC River Highlands

Young’s round started spectacularly with birdies on the first two holes and an eagle on the third, where he holed out from 130 yards. He continued his streak with additional birdies. Despite challenging conditions and a drive that found the bunker on the 18th hole, he managed a crucial par putt to secure his historic 59. “It’s incredible to see my name on such a short list,” Young remarked after his round.

Young’s 59: A Significant Achievement

Young’s 59 is the first on the PGA Tour since Scottie Scheffler‘s in 2020. It stands alongside remarkable recent rounds, including Bryson DeChambeau‘s 58 at a LIV Golf League event and Joaquin Niemann’s 59 back in February.

For Cameron Young, this achievement marks a significant milestone. Despite a mixed start to the season and some challenging tournaments in recent weeks, he showcased his potential on Saturday. “I didn’t really think about it,” Young said. “Everything just started falling into place after holes 10, 11, and 12.”

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Watch: European Tour highlights from round 3 of the KLM Open

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 21: Mikko Korhonen of Finland tees off on the ninth hole during day two of the KLM Open at The International on June 21, 2024 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. (Photo by Octavio Passos/Getty Images)

The KLM Open, part of the European Tour, is currently being held in Amsterdam, Netherlands, at The International golf club. The tournament features a total prize money of $2,500,000. As the competition enters its final day, attention is focused on the leaders of the third round.

Mikko Korhonen from Finland is currently at the top of the leaderboard with a total score of 202, which is 11 under par. Guido Migliozzi from Italy follows closely in second place with a total score of 203, or 10 under par. Tied for third place are Matteo Manassero from Italy, Rasmus Højgaard from Denmark, and Sean Crocker from the USA, each with a total score of 204, or 9 under par.

The best performances of the day came from three players who have notably excelled in the current round. Mikko Korhonen, Guido Migliozzi, and Matteo Manassero posted the best daily scores, indicating strong play as the tournament progresses. Each player’s ability to maintain or improve their position will be critical as they compete for the top prize.

The European Tour Highlights for the KLM Open have been particularly eventful, with each round offering significant shifts in the leaderboard. For those interested in following the KLM Open Highlights, the day’s action offers a comprehensive view of the players’ skill and competition dynamics.

As this final round concludes, the focus will undoubtedly be on the players’ performances and the eventual winner of the KLM Open. Highlights of the final round showcase pivotal moments and extraordinary plays that have defined this year’s tournament.

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KLM Open: The European Tour round 3 highlights

About the European Tour

The DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour) is the largest European professional golf tour. With 45 events, the tour’s tournament calendar is packed with highlights. In addition to the majors, the DP World Tour organizes other co-sanctioned events with the PGA Tour. The European tour is also a guest in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, hosting at least one tournament in a total of 25 countries. The prize money on the DP World Tour is lower than on its American sister tour, but with the basic salary introduced in 2023, players who have played at least 15 tournaments will receive at least 150,000 dollars. The season finale of the overall earnings ranking, the “Race to Dubai“, will be held in a play-off format after five “Global Swings” and the “Back 9”. The final DP World Tour Championship will determine the winner of the season in Dubai in November.

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Watch: PGA Tour highlights from Scottie Scheffler in round 2 of the Travelers Championship

Scottie Scheffler. (Photo: Getty)
Scottie Scheffler. (Photo: Getty)

The Travelers Championship, part of the PGA Tour, is currently being held at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut, USA. The tournament offers a prize purse of $20,000,000. Round 2 has been played.

Leading after the second round, Joohyung Kim from South Korea claimed the top position with a total score (TTP) of -13. He finished the round with a daily score of -5. There was a competitive tie for second place among three players. Collin Morikawa from the USA, Akshay Bhatia from the USA, and Scottie Scheffler from the USA all concluded with a total score (TTP) of -11. Morikawa had a daily score of -7, Bhatia also finished with -5, and Scheffler registered a -6 for the day. Xander Schauffele, another player from the USA, secured the fifth position with a total score (TTP) of -10, recording a daily score of -5.

Highlighting the day’s best rounds, Shane Lowry from Ireland stood out with a stellar daily score of -8, placing him in a tie for sixth with a total score (TTP) of -9. Collin Morikawa had the second-best round with a daily score  of -7. Joining him was Justin Thomas from the USA, who also carded a -7 daily score, bringing his total score (TTP) to -9, tying for sixth place as well.

The Travelers Championship Highlights include a range of remarkable performances and crucial shots. To catch the full details and best moments from the tournament, a video compilation showcasing the PGA Tour Highlights can provide comprehensive coverage.

Without making any subjective evaluations, it is clear that the second round of the Travelers Championship brought significant shifts and notable plays, marking an eventful halfway mark to the tournament at TPC River Highlands.

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Travelers Championship: The PGA Tour round 2 highlights

About the PGA Tour

The PGA Tour is the largest American professional golf tour. There are 36 tournaments on the tour’s schedule this season. The tournaments mainly take place in the USA, but there are also some international venues over the course of the season. The signature events introduced in 2023 offer higher prize money and a smaller field of participants. There will be a total of eight of these events in the 2024 season. The four Majors and the Players Championship are also part of the PGA Tour. At the end of the tours season, the 70 best players in the FedEx Cup season rankings will play in a three-tournament play-off for overall tour victory and an extra 18 million dollars in prize money.

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Watch: PGA Tour highlights from Tom Kim in round 2 of the Travelers Championship

Highlights of round 2 of the PGA Tour. (Photo: Getty)
Highlights of round 2 of the PGA Tour. (Photo: Getty)

The Travelers Championship, part of the PGA Tour, is currently taking place at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut, USA. This tournament features a total prize fund of $20,000,000. The competition has now reached its third round, with players vying for the top spots.

Joohyung Kim from South Korea currently leads the tournament with a total score of -13. The players tied for second place are Collin Morikawa, Akshay Bhatia, and Scottie Scheffler, all from the USA, each with a total score of -11. Xander Schauffele, also from the USA, is in fifth place with a total score of -10.

The best daily scores in the final round came from Shane Lowry of Ireland, who scored -8, Justin Thomas of the USA, with a -7 score, and Robert MacIntyre from Scotland, who also scored -8. These performances stand out in the Travelers Championship Highlights and the overall PGA Tour Highlights.

A video compilation of the tournament includes a summary of these highlights from the second round, showcasing pivotal moments and top performances from this highly competitive event.

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Travelers Championship: The PGA Tour round 2 highlights

About the PGA Tour

The PGA Tour is the largest American professional golf tour. There are 36 tournaments on the tour’s schedule this season. The tournaments mainly take place in the USA, but there are also some international venues over the course of the season. The signature events introduced in 2023 offer higher prize money and a smaller field of participants. There will be a total of eight of these events in the 2024 season. The four Majors and the Players Championship are also part of the PGA Tour. At the end of the tours season, the 70 best players in the FedEx Cup season rankings will play in a three-tournament play-off for overall tour victory and an extra 18 million dollars in prize money.

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Watch: PGA Tour highlights from round 2 of the Travelers Championship

CROMWELL, CONNECTICUT - JUNE 20: The shoes of Tom Kim of South Korea as he putts on the 18th green during the first round of the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands on June 20, 2024 in Cromwell, Connecticut. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

The Travelers Championship, part of the PGA Tour, is currently underway at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut, USA. The tournament features a prize fund of $20,000,000. As the event heads into the third round, the leaderboard showcases intense competition among top players.

At the top of the leaderboard is Joohyung Kim from South Korea, holding the first position with a total score of -13. Tied for second place, each with a total score of -11, are Collin Morikawa (USA), Akshay Bhatia (USA), and Scottie Scheffler (USA). Rounding out the top five is Xander Schauffele (USA), who holds a total score of -10.

The second round of the tournament saw impressive daily scores from several players. Shane Lowry (Ireland) posted a daily score of -8, one of the best rounds of the day. Justin Thomas (USA) and Adam Svensson (Canada) each recorded a daily score of -7, making significant advancements on the leaderboard.

A video compilation of the highlights from the second round captures all the significant moments showcasing the skills and strategies employed by the leading golfers. Keep an eye on the PGA Tour Highlights and Travelers Championship Highlights to stay updated on the conclusion of this prestigious tournament.

As the tournament progresses towards its Moving Day, the competition remains fierce among the top contenders. The final results will determine the winner of this year’s Travelers Championship, adding another chapter to the rich history of the PGA Tour.

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Travelers Championship: The PGA Tour round 2 highlights

About the PGA Tour

The PGA Tour is the largest American professional golf tour. There are 36 tournaments on the tour’s schedule this season. The tournaments mainly take place in the USA, but there are also some international venues over the course of the season. The signature events introduced in 2023 offer higher prize money and a smaller field of participants. There will be a total of eight of these events in the 2024 season. The four Majors and the Players Championship are also part of the PGA Tour. At the end of the tours season, the 70 best players in the FedEx Cup season rankings will play in a three-tournament play-off for overall tour victory and an extra 18 million dollars in prize money.

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Watch: European Tour highlights from round 2 of the KLM Open

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - JUNE 20: Mikko Korhonen of Finland tees off on the 18th hole during the first round of the KLM Open at The International on June 20, 2024 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. (Photo by Octavio Passos/Getty Images)

The European Tour continues with the KLM Open, held at The International Golf Club in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This tournament, part of the prestigious European Tour, features a total prize money of $2,500,000. The current leaderboard after Round 2 highlights the performances of several notable players.

Leading the tournament is Mikko Korhonen from Finland, who holds the first position with a total score of 132. Following closely in second place is Sean Crocker from the USA with a total score of 133. Tied for third place are James Morrison from England and Ross Fisher from England, both with a total score of 134.

Further down, a tie for fifth place includes Ewen Ferguson from Scotland, Matthias Schmid from Germany, Rasmus Højgaard from Denmark, Matteo Manassero from Italy, and Matthew Baldwin from England, each with a total score of 135.

On this day, three players distinguished themselves with the best performances. Rasmus Højgaard from Denmark scored a daily score of -6, while both Ewen Ferguson from Scotland and Johannes Veerman from the USA achieved a daily score of -5.

The video accompanying this article showcases the highlights of Round 2, providing a compilation of key moments and stellar performances from the day.

With the tournament now at the halfway mark after two rounds, Mikko Korhonen stands as the leader. The KLM Open continues to be a significant event on the European Tour, contributing to the overall excitement and competitive spirit of professional golf.

For more European Tour Highlights and KLM Open Highlights, stay tuned to our coverage.

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KLM Open: The European Tour round 2 highlights

About the European Tour

The DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour) is the largest European professional golf tour. With 45 events, the tour’s tournament calendar is packed with highlights. In addition to the majors, the DP World Tour organizes other co-sanctioned events with the PGA Tour. The European tour is also a guest in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, hosting at least one tournament in a total of 25 countries. The prize money on the DP World Tour is lower than on its American sister tour, but with the basic salary introduced in 2023, players who have played at least 15 tournaments will receive at least 150,000 dollars. The season finale of the overall earnings ranking, the “Race to Dubai“, will be held in a play-off format after five “Global Swings” and the “Back 9”. The final DP World Tour Championship will determine the winner of the season in Dubai in November.

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Watch: LPGA Tour Highlights as Lexi Thompson Takes the Lead at the Women’s PGA Championship

SPRINGFIELD, NEW JERSEY - JUNE 23: Lexi Thompson of the United States hits from the 17th fairway during the second round of the KPMG Women's PGA Championship at Baltusrol Golf Club on June 23, 2023 in Springfield, New Jersey. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, part of the LPGA Tour, is currently being held in Sammamish, Washington, at the Sahalee Country Club. This prestigious tournament offers a prize pool of $10,000,000. The final round has concluded, and Lexi Thompson from the USA leads the leaderboard with a total score of 68. She holds a daily score of -4.

Tied for the second position are Paphangkorn Tavatanakit from Thailand and Nelly Korda from the USA, both with a total score of 69 and a daily score of -3. Multiple players share the fourth position, including Mao Saigo from Japan, Hinako Shibuno from Japan, Madelene Sagstrom from Sweden, Caroline Inglis from the USA, Amy Yang from South Korea, Arpichaya Yubol from Thailand, Charley Hull from England, Leona Maguire from Ireland, Celine Boutier from France, Allisen Corpuz from the USA, Akie Iwai from Japan, each with a total score of 70 and a daily score of -2.

The players with the best daily scores in this round include Lexi Thompson from the USA with a daily score of -4, Paphangkorn Tavatanakit from Thailand with a daily score of -3, and Nelly Korda from the USA with a daily score of -3.

For those interested in the LPGA Tour Highlights and the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship Highlights, a compilation of the key moments from the tournament’s final round is available, showcasing the significant performances and critical shots of the day.

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KPMG Women’s PGA Championship: The LPGA Tour round 1 highlights

About the LPGA Tour

The LPGA Tour is the largest professional tour in women’s golf. With over 30 tournaments a year, the American women’s tour mostly travels to the USA, but also visits destinations outside America with its players. In addition to the regular tournaments, the LPGA holds five majors per season, with the last two events being co-hosted by the Ladies European Tour and taking place in Europe. The LPGA Tour’s season ranking, the “Race to the CME Globe”, is decided in the season finale. The best 72 players of the season and the season winners qualify for the CME Group Tour Championship and compete for overall victory on the LPGA Tour.

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Watch: PGA Tour Highlights from Scottie Scheffler’s Round 1

Scottie Scheffler. (Photo: Getty)
Scottie Scheffler. (Photo: Getty)

The Travelers Championship, part of the PGA Tour, is currently underway at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut, USA. This tournament offers a total prize pool of $20,000,000. The fourth and final round has concluded, and the spotlight is on the top finishers and the day’s standout performances.

Joohyung Kim of South Korea leads the leaderboard after four rounds, with a total score of 62, finishing 8 under par. Sharing the second position with a total score of 64, and finishing 6 under par are four players: Akshay Bhatia (USA), Rickie Fowler (USA), Kurt Kitayama (USA), and Will Zalatoris (USA).

For the day’s best rounds, three players tied with the lowest daily score of 6 under par: Akshay Bhatia (USA), Rickie Fowler (USA), and Kurt Kitayama (USA).

A video compilation featuring the PGA Tour Highlights of the Travelers Championship Highlights from the final round showcases the day’s key moments and performances, capturing the competitive spirit and high-level play.

In summary, the tournament concluded with Joohyung Kim securing the top spot, followed closely by Akshay Bhatia, Rickie Fowler, Kurt Kitayama, and Will Zalatoris. The event’s highlights underline the excellence in play characteristic of PGA Tour events.

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Travelers Championship: The PGA Tour round 1 highlights

About the PGA Tour

The PGA Tour is the largest American professional golf tour. There are 36 tournaments on the tour’s schedule this season. The tournaments mainly take place in the USA, but there are also some international venues over the course of the season. The signature events introduced in 2023 offer higher prize money and a smaller field of participants. There will be a total of eight of these events in the 2024 season. The four Majors and the Players Championship are also part of the PGA Tour. At the end of the tours season, the 70 best players in the FedEx Cup season rankings will play in a three-tournament play-off for overall tour victory and an extra 18 million dollars in prize money.

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Watch: PGA Tour Highlights from Round 1 of the Travelers Championship

Highlights of round 2 of the PGA Tour. (Photo: Getty)
Highlights of round 2 of the PGA Tour. (Photo: Getty)

The Travelers Championship, part of the PGA Tour, is currently taking place at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut, USA. With a total tournament prize money of $20,000,000, the competition has entered its fourth round. The player standings after the first round are as follows for the top five positions on the leaderboard:

Joohyung Kim from South Korea holds the lead with a total score of 62. Players Akshay Bhatia (USA), Rickie Fowler (USA), Kurt Kitayama (USA), and Will Zalatoris (USA) are tied for second place, each with a total score of 64.

The three players with the best rounds of the day, achieving notable daily scores, include Joohyung Kim with a daily score of -8 (62), and the American trio of Akshay Bhatia, Rickie Fowler, and Kurt Kitayama, each carding a daily score of -6 (64).

As the Travelers Championship concludes with its final round, the focus is on these leading players who are aiming to secure the top position. For highlights of the competition, including standout moments and key plays, fans can refer to the video compilation available which captures the PGA Tour Highlights and Travelers Championship Highlights.

Viewers and followers of the tournament can remain updated on the proceedings and see if the leader can maintain their position through to the end of the championship.

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Travelers Championship: The PGA Tour round 1 highlights

About the PGA Tour

The PGA Tour is the largest American professional golf tour. There are 36 tournaments on the tour’s schedule this season. The tournaments mainly take place in the USA, but there are also some international venues over the course of the season. The signature events introduced in 2023 offer higher prize money and a smaller field of participants. There will be a total of eight of these events in the 2024 season. The four Majors and the Players Championship are also part of the PGA Tour. At the end of the tours season, the 70 best players in the FedEx Cup season rankings will play in a three-tournament play-off for overall tour victory and an extra 18 million dollars in prize money.