Thai golf prodigy Patty Tavatanakit brings pride to her home country

[webfact]

 

In the illustrious world of golf, moments of triumph often reflect tales of perseverance, skill, and unwavering dedication. Patty Tavatanakit, the young Thai golf prodigy, epitomizes this narrative of resilience and achievement.

 

With her victory on Sunday at the 2024 Honda LPGA Thailand in Pattaya, 24-year-old Patty not only secured her second-career victory on the tour but also etched her name in the annals of golfing history with a performance that resonated far beyond the fairways.

 

For Patty or Paphangkorn, her official Thai name, the road to victory has been paved with challenges and milestones, each one shaping her journey towards greatness. The 2024 Honda LPGA Thailand marked her first win in 1,057 days, a testament to her unwavering determination and spirit.

 

Her triumph also marked her second-straight victory on any professional tour, following her stellar performance at the Aramco Saudi Ladies International on the Ladies European Tour just a week earlier.

 

In a sport where every stroke counts, Patty’s victory at the Honda LPGA Thailand is significant. Not only did she become the second Thai player to win this prestigious event, joining Ariya Jutanugarn in 2021, but she also became the 14th different winner of the tournament.

 

Photo : Paphangkorn Patty Tavatanakit

 

Full story: Thai PBS 2024-02-27

 

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[flyingtlger]

5 minutes ago, webfact said:

The 2024 Honda LPGA Thailand marked her first win in 1,057 days,

Way to hang in there!!!

[theshu25]

1 hour ago, flyingtlger said:

Way to hang in there!!!

She also won 2 weeks ago in Saudi Arabia so as usual the reporting here is pathetic.

[TroubleandGrumpy]

It was a great win but more importantly it was a 'solid' win. She screwed up the 15th and made a bogey, and was only 1 shot ahead with 3 hoes to go. At one time earlier in the day she was 5 shots ahead but she was not moving away - they were catching up with her bit by bit all day.  It is tough to win front from in front - many times Pro golfers fall under that pressure on the last day (just ask Rory).  But Patty bounced straight back and birdied the 16th (right in front of us - massive roar), and then she made a solid par on 17th and birded the 18th to win.  Great win - very much deserved. 

Edited February 27 by TroubleandGrumpy

[GarryP]

14 minutes ago, theshu25 said:

She also won 2 weeks ago in Saudi Arabia so as usual the reporting here is pathetic.

Are these articles all AI created now?

[scubascuba3]

1 hour ago, TroubleandGrumpy said:

It was a great win but more importantly it was a 'solid' win. She screwed up the 15th and made a bogey, and was only 1 shot ahead with 3 hoes to go. At one time earlier in the day she was 5 shots ahead but she was not moving away - they were catching up with her bit by bit all day.  It is tough to win front from in front - many times Pro golfers fall under that pressure on the last day (just ask Rory).  But Patty bounced straight back and birdied the 16th (right in front of us - massive roar), and then she made a solid par on 17th and birded the 18th to win.  Great win - very much deserved. 

Yep good win, got it over the line

[hotchilli]

Dedication pays off... she deserves it all.

[Skeptic7]

She started feeling the pressure (leaking oil) on the last 9, but did very well keeping it together. Needed birdie on 18 to avoid a playoff and hit a perfect 3rd shot to set up a very short birdie.

CONGRATS & WELL DONE Patty❗