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Golf Biography

Jin Young Ko

“JYK”

South Korean · Cheongju, South Korea · Born 27 February 1995

Professional Golfer
2
major wins
18
l p g a wins
200
world no.1 weeks
68.33
scoring avg

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South Korean world number one whose extraordinary consistency and putting wizardry have produced an unmatched record of top-ten finishes and made her the dominant force in women's professional golf.

Jin Young Ko is South Korea's dominant force in women's golf, holding the world number one ranking for a record-breaking consecutive stretch. Her extraordinary consistency — she routinely finishes in the top ten of every tournament she enters — and exceptional putting make her the most complete player in women's golf. She has won multiple Major championships and is widely considered the finest women's golfer of her generation.

Famous For

Dominating women's golf with multiple major championships and extended time at world No. 1

Playing Style

How They Played

Precise, methodical approach with exceptional putting and course management

Legacy

Lasting Impact

One of the most successful South Korean golfers, known for consistency and mental toughness

Career Journey

Timeline

2017 📌 Turned professional
2018 🏆 First LPGA Tour win at ISPS Handa Women's Australian Open
2019 🏆 Won ANA Inspiration (first major championship)
2019 🏆 Won Evian Championship (second major)
2019 🥇 Became world No. 1 for first time
2019 🥇 LPGA Tour Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year
2021 🏆 Won Evian Championship (second time)
Career Timeline — Jin Young Ko
2017
Turned professional
2018
First LPGA Tour win at ISPS Handa Women's Australian Open
2019
Won ANA Inspiration (first major championship)
2019
Won Evian Championship (second major)
2019
Became world No. 1 for first time
2019
LPGA Tour Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year
2021
Won Evian Championship (second time)