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Former No. 1 Ryu Announces Pregnancy on Mother's Day
10 May
Summary
- So Yeon Ryu, a two-time major champion, is expecting her first child.
- The announcement was made by Ryu on Instagram on Mother's Day.
- Ryu retired in 2024 with six LPGA titles, including two majors.
Two-time major champion So Yeon Ryu announced on Mother's Day that she and her husband, Matthew Jung, are expecting their first child. Ryu, who retired from professional golf in 2024, shared the exciting news via an Instagram post. This pregnancy marks a new chapter for the former world No. 1 golfer, who accumulated six LPGA titles during her distinguished career.
Her professional achievements include victories at the 2011 U.S. Women's Open and the 2017 ANA Inspiration. Ryu tied the knot with Jung late last year in South Korea. The couple’s announcement was met with warm congratulations from numerous LPGA colleagues, including top-ranked Nelly Korda and fellow prominent golfers.
