Lydia Ko continues her winning streak with a victory at the 2024 Kroger Queen City Championship, adding to her recent successes at the AIG Women’s British Open and the Olympics. Throughout the tournament, Ko demonstrated exceptional skill, with only one bogey at TPC River’s Bend. In her post-round interview, Ko expressed her desire to achieve the career grand slam, setting a new goal for herself despite her already impressive accomplishments.
With her latest win, Ko now boasts 22 LPGA career titles and three official wins this season in addition to her gold medal. She dominated the field at the Kroger Queen City Championship, finishing five strokes ahead of former No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul with a final score of 23 under for the tournament. This victory marks the first time since 2016 that Ko has won back-to-back starts on the LPGA Tour, showcasing her consistency and strength as a competitor.
Ko’s success puts her in an elite category alongside Nelly Korda as one of the few players with at least three wins this season. Korda, the current world No. 1, has been a dominant force on the tour, with six wins in the first half of the season. Despite her impressive performance, Korda finished in a share of fifth place in Cincinnati, allowing Ko to secure the victory and extend her top-10 streak to five consecutive starts.
After her win at the Kroger Queen City Championship, Ko will now travel to South Korea to compete in the KLPGA’s Hana Financial Group Championship, continuing her pursuit of excellence in the sport. In terms of retirement, Ko looks to the example set by Lorena Ochoa, aiming to end her career on a high note while still competing at a high level. She remains focused on setting goals and staying motivated to continue improving and challenging herself on the course.
As the LPGA moves forward with the BMW Ladies Championship in South Korea and subsequent events in China, Korea, Malaysia, and Japan, Ko remains committed to her passion for the game and the drive to push herself to new heights. While retirement may be a consideration for the future, Ko’s current focus is on maintaining her competitive edge and striving for continued success in the sport she loves. With her recent string of victories and impressive performances, Lydia Ko is undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with on the LPGA Tour, and her dedication to the game serves as an inspiration to aspiring golfers everywhere.
