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August 10, 2026

Korean golfer Ryu Hae-ran ranks 7th in major prize earnings

Ryu Hae-ran earned $3.7 million from major championships this year, placing her second among LPGA players and seventh overall in global golf. She won back-to-back majors at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship and Amundi Evian Championship. Only male golfers Rory McIlroy and Wyndham Clark, plus Nelly Korda, earned more from majors in 2026.
Why It Matters
Shows Korea's strong presence in professional golf and Ryu's breakthrough year competing at the highest levels against top international players.
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