Jiyai Shin (Korean: 신지애; RR: Sin Jiae; [ɕin dʑi.ɛː]; born 28 April 1988) is a former world No. 1 ranked South Korean professional golfer who primarily plays on the LPGA of Japan Tour. She previously played primarily on the LPGA Tour and the LPGA of Korea Tour (KLPGA).

Aug 25, 2024 · Jiyai Shin is the most successful Korean golfer, male or female, of all time with over 60 professional wins and multiple Majors titles. Learn more about her life and career via these facts.

Jiyai is 36 years old and first joined the LPGA Tour in 2009.Overview Page

Feb 14, 2023 · Steve Eubanks is a New York Times bestselling author and historian for the LPGA.

Aug 25, 2024 · Ten years before joining the LPGA, at the age of 16, Jiyai Shin lost her mother in a car accident. Her brother and sister too were in the car at the time of the devastating incident.

Mar 24, 2024 · Jiyai Shin has established herself as a notable figure in professional golf. With an impressive history of achievements, Shin stands out as an unstoppable force in the sport. Shin …

Dec 1, 2024 · But what had been a seven-shot final round lead for Korean marvel Jiyai Shin was still two after a “nervous” final hole putt for par delivered her a second Australian Open title.

Shin owns 11 LPGA Tour victories, the last coming in the 2013 ISPS Handa Women's Australian Open. In 2009, Shin was named the LPGA Tour's Rookie of the Year after she led the money list and posted three victories.

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Feb 15, 2023 · When Shin, now age 34, ground out a final-round 71 in gusty conditions at 13th Beach Golf Links in Victoria to win the women’s division of the Vic Open by five shots, it introduced one of the game’s great champions to a new generation while reminding those who saw her in her prime what a gritty star we once knew.