Who won the CME Group Tour Championship and the $4 million prize?

Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand won the CME Group Tour Championship, earning a record $4 million.

Who is the first Finnish golfer to win on the PGA Tour?

Sami Valimaki made history as Finland's first PGA Tour winner at the RSM Classic.

What other major golf awards did Jeeno Thitikul win?

Besides the CME Tour Championship, Jeeno Thitikul also secured the LPGA player of the year award and the Vare Trophy for the lowest scoring average.

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Thitikul Clinches $4M CME Tour Title

24 Nov

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Summary

Thitikul secured the largest cash prize in women's golf.
Valimaki became Finland's first PGA Tour winner.
Multiple international golfers achieved significant victories.

Jeeno Thitikul concluded an exceptional year by winning the CME Group Tour Championship, the richest prize in women's golf, with a $4 million payout. Her victory at Tiburon Golf Club marked her third LPGA Tour win this season, and her consistent performance earned her the lowest scoring average in tour history, along with the LPGA player of the year award and the Vare Trophy. Thitikul maintained a significant lead throughout much of the tournament, ultimately securing a four-shot victory.

In a historic achievement, Sami Valimaki became Finland's first PGA Tour winner by clinching the RSM Classic in St. Simons Island. He secured a one-shot victory in the final event of the year, showcasing steady play in the closing holes. The tournament saw fluctuating fortunes for other players vying to maintain their tour cards, with Ricky Castillo and Max McGreevy experiencing shifts in their standings on the final day.