Choi Ye-rim wins first KLPGA title at OK Savings Bank Open

Choi Ye-rim secured her first KLPGA Tour victory at the 2026 OK Savings Bank Open held at Adonis Country Club in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province. After 239 tournament appearances and nine runner-up finishes since her debut in 2017, Choi finished with a total of 10-under-par 206.

Choi narrowly defeated Lim Hee-jeong, who finished one stroke behind at 9-under-par 207. Despite facing pressure in the final rounds and a difficult lie in the rough on the 18th hole, Choi maintained composure through mental management and focus on her own play.

With this win, Choi earned 180 million won, moving her to third in the season prize money rankings and third in the target points standings. She expressed a long-term goal of achieving 10 career wins.