Jeeno Thitikul Claims LPGA Title at Mizuho Americas Open, Sets Career Earnings Record Jeeno Thitikul secured her ninth LPGA victory at the Mizuho Americas Open, marking another milestone in her career. The 23-year-old Thai star claimed the title with a final-round performance that included a birdie on the 18th hole at Mountain Ridge Country Club, finishing four strokes ahead of her close friend Ruoning Yin. Her first-place prize of $487,500 brought her total career earnings to over $18 million, making her the fastest player in LPGA history to reach that figure. Thitikul previously held the record for the fastest to surpass $8 million and $16 million in earnings. “I mean the world to me,” Thitikul said after her victory, reflecting on her success at the Mizuho Americas Open. The tournament, hosted by Michelle Wie West, emphasized a player-centric experience, offering additional perks beyond the $3.25 million purse. Players received free accommodations courtesy of Mizuho and complimentary transportation provided by Ford. Additional player gifts included $250 gift cards to Delta and Starbucks, with LPGA moms receiving a $1,000 Starbucks card, as Wie West highlighted the importance of caffeine for all mothers. The tournament’s prize money distribution was detailed in a comprehensive breakdown. The top finishers received the following earnings: Jeeno Thitikul earned $487,500 for her victory, while Ruoning Yin took second place with $306,558. Multiple players tied for third place, earning $161,544 each, including Jenny Bae, Alison Lee, Gaby Lopez, and Hye-Jin Choi. Lower positions saw progressively smaller payouts, with players like Jenny Shin and Allisen Corpuz earning $88,955 each for their T7 finishes.#mizuho #mizuho_americas_open #jeeno_thitikul #ruoning_yin #michelle_wie_west
