HAM Jeongwoo, KIM Minkyu and Bubba Watson Set Their Sights on the Korea Open Trophy

[Cheonan=Kang Byeong-koo] The 68th Kolon Korea Open Golf Championship, the most prestigious event in Korean men’s golf, officially moved into tournament mode as players gathered for the championship’s official photocall.

Among those attending the event were Korean Tour standouts HAM Jeongwoo, Moon Doyeob, KIM Minkyu, and LEE Taehee, along with Korean national team player KIM Minsu and internationally renowned long hitter Bubba Watson. Standing before the championship trophy, the players posed confidently while expressing their determination to compete for one of Korean golf’s most coveted titles.

Now celebrating its 68th edition, the Korea Open is widely regarded as the premier championship in Korean men’s golf. Its rich history and tradition have made it one of the most respected tournaments in Asia, attracting elite professionals and promising young talents each year.

This year, particular attention has been focused on Bubba Watson, the former PGA Tour star and major champion whose appearance has generated significant excitement among golf fans. His presence adds an international dimension to an already strong field featuring many of Korea’s top professionals.

At the same time, the competition between established Korean Tour winners and rising young stars is expected to provide one of the tournament’s most compelling storylines.

As the championship begins, players will battle not only for victory but also for the honor of becoming the latest champion of Korea’s most prestigious national open.

With the trophy now in sight, the stage is set for another memorable chapter in the history of the Korea Open.