Joanna James
Thailand has quite a passionate fanbase for golfing. It should come as no surprise then that the country has produced several of the most talented and celebrated golfers in the world! So, here's a quick look a the very best Thai golfers around today.
Kiradech Aphibarnrat is one of Thailand's most celebrated golfers and is still going strong today. Kiradech's passion for golfing shone through at an early age. His father used to take him on a golfing session to the local course – sometimes even when he was supposed to be at school! All this paid off, however, as Kiradech proved to be a natural at the sport, showcasing his skills during the later years of his childhood. Ever on the rise, Kiradech achieved his greatest accolade to date in 2018 by securing a spot in the illustrious top 50. This in turn provided him with a one-way ticket to the 2018 master where he could showcase his skills for the whole world to see. Just watching Kiradech make his swings may make you want to try your hand at golf all of the sudden. So, why not grab your golfing gear and head out of your hotel. Chanthaburi has a number of golf courses to choose from including the Chatrium Golf & Resort Soi Dao Chanthaburi.
At the age of 14, Jazz became the youngest golfer ever to participate in the Asian Tour International in Nakhon Pathorn in 2010. Jazz's early exploits didn't just stop there either. A year later, he participated in his first Japanese golfing event – the 2011 Asia-Pacific Panasonic Open where he tied for the 65th place. Since then, he's grown from strength to strength, peaking at number 134 in the world rankings.
Poom Saksansin is one of the most popular golfers in the nation. He is renowned for his confidence and bravado – qualities which have earned him a few detractors over the years as well. Nonetheless, one thing that cannot be disputed in Poom's passion and commitment to the game along with his ability to perform under pressure. This was clearly demonstrated in the 2016 BNI Indonesian Master when Poom captured the heart of the nation by producing a five-shot victory to earn his first Asian Tour Title.
If you were to ask any up-and-coming Thai golfer on who inspired them to pick up the sport, chances are they'll mention the incomparable Phachara Khongwatmai. Phachara first hit the headlines when he became the youngest-ever player to win a golf tournament by taking first place in the Sing Hua Hin Open on the ASEAN PGA Tour. Since that victory, Phachara hasn't looked back and continues to grow as a player both on and off the field.
Regularly featured in the top 100 world golf rankings, Prayad Marksaeng has been a staple of the Thai golf scene for more than a decade now. Prayad's greatest accomplishments came when he represented Thailand in back-to-back Omega Mission Hills World Cups.
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