[Golf Topic] '11-Year Tenure' Former LPGA Commissioner Submits Resignation

Mike Whan LPGA Commissioner

[Asia Economy Reporter Noo Rae] ○…Mike Whan, Commissioner of the United States Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA), has announced his resignation.

On the 7th (Korean time), he stated, "One of the most difficult tasks of a leader is knowing when the work is done," and announced, "I will now pass the baton to the next commissioner and become the most passionate supporter of the LPGA." The LPGA confirmed, "Whan, who has served as commissioner for the past 11 years, has informed the board of his intention to resign," adding, "The exact date of departure has not yet been decided," and "This decision initiates the process of finding a successor commissioner."

Commissioner Whan, who took office in January 2010, is credited with greatly contributing to the development of the LPGA Tour. At the time of his appointment, the tour consisted of 23 annual tournaments with a total prize money of $40 million (43.46 billion KRW), which has grown to 34 tournaments this year with a total prize money of $76.45 million (83.06 billion KRW). Even amid the COVID-19 pandemic crisis last year, he secured new sponsors and demonstrated strong leadership, achieving double-digit viewership ratings.

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