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LA Championship Purse Swells to $4.75M
19 Apr
Summary
- The JM Eagle LA Championship purse increased to $4.75 million.
- The tournament winner will receive $712,500.
- Sei Young Kim leads the event after three rounds at 15 under.
The JM Eagle LA Championship, an LPGA Tour event, has boosted its total purse to $4.75 million as it heads into its final round on Sunday, April 19. This substantial increase means the tournament's champion will be awarded a cheque for $712,500. The competition commenced on Thursday, April 16, with Sei Young Kim emerging as the current leader after completing three rounds. Kim achieved a score of 15 under par, carding rounds of 65, 65, and 71. She holds a narrow lead over her closest competitors.
Following closely behind Kim are Hannah Green and Suvichaya Vinijchaitham, who are tied for second place at 13 under par. They are joined in this position by Jessica Porvasnik and Ina Yoon, all vying for the top spot. Additionally, Patty Tavatanakit is in contention, tied for sixth place at 12 under par alongside Melanie Green and Jin Hee Im. The final round promises intense competition as these golfers battle for the prestigious title and the significant prize money.
