'Swing Correction' An Byeonghun "Aiming for 3 Wins on Korn Ferry Tour"..."Expecting Direct Ticket to PGA Tour"

Last Week's Comeback Victory at Sun Coast Classic, Sweating It Out with Swing Coach Polly: "I Will Return to the 1st Tour Soon"

[Asia Economy Reporter No Woo-rae] ‘Suncoast Classic champ’ An Byeong-hun (31, CJ Logistics, photo) aims for his third win on the PGA Tour’s Korn Ferry (2nd tier) Tour.

At an online press conference with domestic reporters on the 25th, he said, "Since the season ends in August, an early-season win is important, and last week’s victory relieved a lot of pressure," adding, "Even if I don’t get three wins, I will finish within the top 25 in points to return to the PGA Tour." He claimed the top spot at the Suncoast Classic held at Lakewood National Golf Club in Lakewood Ranch, Florida, USA, on the 21st, earning a winner’s prize of $135,000 (16 million KRW).

"I want to secure three wins as soon as possible," he said firmly, "My goal is to secure a PGA Tour card early." Players who achieve three or more wins on the Korn Ferry Tour are immediately promoted to the PGA Tour. Also, players who finish within the top 25 in season points earn a PGA Tour card. Since winter 2020, he has been working with new swing coach Sean Foley. "I spent a lot of time practicing," he evaluated, "and now it seems the swing correction is finally taking effect."

Regarding his Suncoast Classic victory, he recalled, "This is my first win since getting married," and said, "My efforts have borne fruit." After losing his card, An Byeong-hun said, "My family and those around me were actually less worried than I was," explaining, "Instead of comforting me, they said things like ‘It can happen,’ and ‘Just prepare well and come back.’ Spending more time with my wife and son also gave me strength." He added, "There are many excellent players on the Korn Ferry Tour," emphasizing, "I want to return to the PGA Tour."

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