'Phoenix Open 6th Place' Im Sung-jae "Gained a Lot of Confidence"

Challenging for Victory Again at the Genesis Invitational on the 16th

"I feel like I've gained confidence once again."

The smile spread across the face of the "newlywed" Im Sung-jae. This was right after finishing tied for 6th place at the PGA Tour's "special match" WM Phoenix Open (total prize money $20 million), held on the 12th (local time) at TPC Scottsdale (par 71, 7,261 yards) in Scottsdale, Arizona, USA. This marks his third top-10 finish this season, following 7th place at last October's Shriners Children's Open and a tie for 4th at last month's Farmers Insurance Open.

Im Sung-jae

Im Sung-jae said, "I was able to finish on a good note with a top-10 result this week. Although I regret the bogey on the last hole, there is another big tournament next week, so I will prepare hard." This tournament featured top-ranked players worldwide, including those ranked 1st to 3rd in the world. Thanks to the PGA Tour increasing the prize money to compete against LIV Golf, which is backed by Saudi Arabia's oil capital. Scottie Scheffler (USA), who was ranked 2nd in the world, successfully defended his title and rose to number 1.

Im Sung-jae said, "Many players who play very well participated," and added, "I think the fans enjoyed watching the competition." He continued, "Competing against so many top-ranked players and finishing within the top 10 gave me another boost of confidence."

Im Sung-jae will compete in the PGA Tour Genesis Invitational (total prize money $20 million), held over four days starting on the 16th at Riviera Country Club (par 71) in Pacific Palisades, California, USA. The tournament is sponsored by a domestic company and hosted by "Golf Emperor" Tiger Woods (USA). Im Sung-jae said, "Next week is another big tournament," and added, "Since the course conditions and difficulty vary for each tournament, I will adjust my condition accordingly."

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