[Golf Topic] Korea Open "Held Normally This Year"... 'Prize Money 400 Million Won'

The Cloud Gallery gathered at the 18th hole of Woojeong Hills Golf Club, the battleground of the Korea Open. Photo by Kolon Korea Open Organizing Committee

[Asia Economy Reporter No Woo-rae] ○…The 'National Title' Korean Open will be held normally this year.

The organizer Kolon and the Korea Golf Association announced on the 26th, "From June 24 to 27, the Kolon 63rd Korean Open will be held over four days at Woongjeong Hills Golf Club (par 71) in Cheonan, Chungnam." Last year, the event was canceled to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and ensure the safety of players and galleries. The Korea Golf Association explained, "This year, we plan to deliver the best competition content to fans through thorough quarantine and safety measures."

The winner's prize money has been increased from 300 million won to 400 million won. This is the highest amount for a domestic tournament for both men and women. The preliminary rounds will also be held as before COVID-19. The first preliminary round will be held four times starting May 24. The final qualifying round will be held over two days with 36 holes from June 14. To preserve the meaning of the open tournament, membership qualifications are granted to regular and associate members of the Korea Professional Golfers' Association (KPGA) as well as amateur golfers. Applications for preliminary participation are accepted on the Korea Golf Association website until the 30th of this month.

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