KLPGA 'iM Geumyung Open' Hosted in Gumi for the First Time... A Signal for the City's Rise as a Sports Hub

Held at Golfzon County Sunsan in Gumi from April 10 to 13...
Total prize money of 1 billion KRW
Top players including Park Hyunkyung, Kim Suji, and Lee Yewon to compete...
Local economic impact anticipated

For the first time in history, a regular KLPGA (Korea Ladies Professional Golf Association) Tour tournament will be held in Gumi. The city of Gumi announced on the 6th that the 'iM Geumyung Open' tournament will take place over four days from the 10th to the 13th at Golfzon County Sunsan in Sandong-eup.

Park Hyunkyung of Korea Land Trust is attempting a shot with a 7-iron at the 2024 KLPGA Kyochon Tournament at Seonsan CC. Photo by Kwon Byunggun

This newly established tournament is hosted by DGB Financial Group and organized by KLPGA, with a total prize pool of 1 billion KRW and a winner's prize of 180 million KRW.

The tournament will be played in a four-round, 72-hole stroke play format, with 120 top domestic female golfers, including Park Hyunkyung, Kim Suji, Lee Yewon, Park Jiyeong, and Hwang Yumin, competing for the title.

This event is being held as part of a three-year consecutive hosting agreement between Gumi City, iM Bank, and Golfzon County Sunsan. It is expected to serve as a catalyst for revitalizing the local economy, going beyond a simple sports event.

The city expects significant economic impact within the region as spending flows into various sectors such as accommodation, dining, transportation, and tourism during the tournament period.

Additionally, Gumi City is making thorough preparations to provide convenience for spectators. During the tournament, a gallery parking lot will be operated in front of the LG BCM factory at 6 San, Jeokrim-ri, Sandong-eup, and shuttle buses will help visitors access the tournament venue.

In particular, on the 12th and 13th, shuttle buses will also circulate major apartment complexes in Sandong-eup, further improving accessibility for citizens.

A Gumi City official stated, "This tournament will be a turning point for Gumi as it aims to become a city that integrates sports and culture," and added, "We will widely promote Gumi's appeal to golf fans nationwide and enhance the value of our regional brand by continuously attracting tournaments."

Meanwhile, the 'iM Geumyung Open' is the first tournament to kick off this season's KLPGA, and it is expected to put Gumi in the national spotlight among golf fans.

Park Hyunkyung of Korea Land Trust is preparing for a birdie putt at the 2024 KLPGA Kyochon Tournament at Seonsan CC. Photo by Kwon Byunggun

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