[Golf Topic] Pagunsan "Won in Japan Without a Caddie"..."Only 11 Clubs~"

Jubik Pagunsan is playing on the final day of the Mizuno Open, carrying his golf bag himself.

[Asia Economy Kim Hyun-jun, Golf Specialist Reporter] ○... "Winning Alone."

Juvic Pagunsan (Philippines) made headlines by winning without a caddie at the Japan Professional Golf Tour Organization (JGTO) Mizuno Open (total prize money 80 million yen) held on the 30th at Setonakai Golf Course in Okayama, Japan (par 72). He shot 4 under par on the final day to secure a commanding 3-stroke victory (17 under par, 199 strokes). At 43 years old, this is his first win in 10 years since joining the JGTO. He earned a winner's prize of 12 million yen (122 million KRW) and secured a spot in the major Open Championship to be held in England this July.

Pagunsan carried only 11 golf clubs. Due to COVID-19 prevention guidelines, he was not allowed to use a caddie and carried his golf bag himself throughout the three rounds. To minimize weight, he packed a driver, utility club, 5, 7, and 9 irons, four wedges (pitching, 50°, 52°, 58°), and a putter. It is interesting that on the 16th hole (par 3), he left 198 yards, usually the distance for a 6 iron, and made a birdie using a 7 iron. He cheered, "I played by adjusting the strength several times."

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