Hye-Jin Choi Dominates Malaysia, Pursues First LPGA Victory in 99th Start

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Hye-Jin Choi Dominates Malaysia, Pursues First LPGA Victory in 99th Start

Hye-Jin Choi, a talented golfer from South Korea, showcased outstanding performance at the 2025 Maybank Championship. Competing at the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club, Choi fired a remarkable 5-under 67 during the third round. As a result, she enters the final round with a commanding total of 19-under, boasting a four-shot lead over her closest competitors.

Choi’s Impressive Round

Choi began her round by securing consecutive birdies on holes three and four. She maintained momentum with three additional birdies in five holes after the turn. Despite recording a bogey on the par-4 16th, she quickly regained her focus, concluding her round with a birdie at hole 18.

Achieving a Milestone

With 28 top-10 finishes in her previous 98 LPGA starts, Choi has been on the verge of securing her first victory for quite some time. This week could represent her best opportunity yet, as she has led since her opening round score of 64.

“I’ve been waiting for this really long and I’m going to try my best tomorrow,” Choi remarked after her round. She expressed her excitement and determination to transform her dreams into reality.

Competition Heats Up

Although Choi holds a solid lead, she must remain vigilant, as formidable challengers are poised to make a push for the title. Among them is major champion Hannah Green, who finished Saturday’s round with a 67 and currently sits in solo third at 14-under.

Yan Liu (China) – 15-under
Jeeno Thitikul (World No. 1) – 13-under (tied for fourth)
Ayaka Furue – 13-under (tied for fourth)
A Lim Kim – 13-under (tied for fourth)

Thitikul, who has finished second in this tournament for the past two years, remains a threat. Her ability to perform under pressure could provide her an opportunity for a comeback, especially if Choi falters.

Final Round Outlook

As the tournament heads into its final round, the excitement is palpable. “You have to make birdies when you’re chasing,” Thitikul noted, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of golf. With 18 holes left, these players possess ample chances to alter the leaderboard.

Choi’s pursuit of her first LPGA victory continues, and the coming day promises to be a thrilling conclusion to this prestigious event in Malaysia.