Soomin Oh: A 17‑Year‑Old Swinging Into Golf History
Soomin Oh, a 17‑year‑old from Ansan, South Korea, has already eclipsed many seasoned golfers. She began swinging clubs in second grade and joined the national team at 14, proving that talent can rise quickly when nurtured early.
Dual Strengths: Power and Precision
Her game blends raw power with calm precision, enabling her to conquer challenging courses like the Tom Watson Golf Course in Japan. While studying at Shinseong High School, she is targeting the LPGA Q‑School later this year.
Dominant Amateur Record
- 2024 Queen Sirikit Cup – Champion
- World Junior Girls Championship – Champion
- Korean Women’s Amateur – Champion
- Dolmen Cup – Champion
She defended her Queen Sirikit title in 2025, finishing a full 11 strokes ahead of the runner‑up.
Impressive Professional Performances
- 3rd place at the 2024 Hana Financial Group Singapore Women’s Open
- Runner‑up at the 2026 Women’s NSW Open (Ladies European Tour)
- At Augusta National, her first round of 65 tied for the lead, a dramatic turnaround from missing the cut in 2025
Her current world amateur ranking is 10th, with a career best of 7th. In the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings she sits at 289th, a respectable position for an amateur.
Consistent Top‑20 Showings Against Pros
In her last four professional starts, she earned a tied 19th at the 2025 BMW Ladies Championship, posting rounds of 69‑67‑70‑69 for a total of 13‑under.
Balanced Life
Balancing school and sport, she remains grounded and avoids the spotlight. Her social media focuses on golf, with occasional glimpses of friends and karaoke sessions.
Soomin’s steady rise shows that a disciplined approach can fast‑track success in golf, setting a new standard for young players worldwide.
